While politicians would rather talk about the cost of living, global events are forcing them to discuss an issue that rarely wins them votes.
- Director, Foreign Policy and Defence, United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney
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Pulitzer prize-winning journalist David E. Sanger travelled the world with five US presidents, from Clinton to Biden. His new book unpacks the “New Cold Wars” and how they impact the world.
The US-Australia Alliance is seen by many Australians as an incomplete project. Government rhetoric on climate cooperation must now become reality.
While there has been a big spend on cyber capabilities, many other aspects of defence and security have been neglected. The budget highlights the lack of a comprehensive national security policy.
National security looks set to be a key issue in the lead-up to the 2022 election – but whether it will shift any votes is another matter.
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The Abbott government is hoping an A$11.6 billion infrastructure spending package, combined with a $20 billion medical research fund, will help soften the blow of widespread tightening of health and welfare…
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