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Tony Abbott
The Release of the ‘Bali Five’ Was a Masterclass in Foreign Diplomacy and Cooperation
By Aisyah Llewellyn
In negotiating the return of the Australian drug convicts, Jakarta and Canberra have displayed tact and sensitivity.
‘Condolence Diplomacy’ and Australia-Japan Relations
By Daisuke Akimoto
The Australia-Japan “special strategic partnership” was once again on display during former Prime Minister Abe’s funeral.
Moving Toward Sustainable Australia-Taiwan Ties
By Sana Hashmi and Alan Yang
Australia is now moving away from the narrative that inching closer to Taiwan will anger China.
Tony Abbott in Taiwan: An Imperfect Messenger
By Grant Wyeth
Abbott’s visit may have been counterproductive both for Taiwan itself and for Taiwan’s support in Australia.
What Happened to Australia’s Liberal Party?
By Grant Wyeth
The party’s internal meltdown is rooted in the tensions inherent to its liberal and conservative roots.
A Schism Among Australian Conservatives
By Grant Wyeth
Cory Bernardi's defection from the Liberal Party is a significant moment in Australian politics.
A New Year Brings New Turmoil for Australia’s Turnbull Government
By Edward Cavanough
It has been a particularly inept start to the year for the struggling prime minister.
The Submarine Deal and Australia’s Ties With France
By Helen Clark
Canberra’s recent decision to buy its subs from France highlights the scope for strategic cooperation.
Australia's Submarine Deal: Why France Won and Why Australia-Japan Ties Will Be OK
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
The Diplomat's defense editors discuss Australia's recent Collins-class replacement decision.
Vive La France: DCNS to Build Aussie Submarines
By Helen Clark
A long process finally comes to an end.
Is Australia the Key to US Containment of China?
By Robert O. Freedman
Domestic factors may lead Australia to take a more active role in challenging Chinese assertiveness.
Australia and the Brussels Attack
By Edward Cavanough
In the wake of Brussels, Australians should take solace in the rejection of the politics of fear and division.
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