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The most profound shift in defence in two centuries

EmProf Hugh White writes in The Saturday Paper

Four scenarios for an end to Russia’s war in Ukraine
EmPr Paul Dibb writes in The Australian

Two major announcements about Australia’s defence force are imminent. Here’s what to expect
Prof John Blaxland writes in The Conversation

Australia’s challenge: How to keep China’s door open?

EmProf Hugh White writes in The Straits Times

AUKUS - So What?
Prof John Blaxland writes in Australian Institute of International Affairs

What are the regional implications of the AUKUS pact?
Prof John Blaxland, EmProf Admiral (Ret) Chris Barrie, and Yun Jiang speak to ABC listen

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Thu, 25 Nov 2021

Partners in deterrence: US nuclear weapons and alliances in Europe and Asia

Since the dawn of the atomic age, nuclear weapons have been central to the internal dynamics of US alliances in Europe and Asia.
Thu, 25 Nov 2021

Partners in deterrence: US nuclear weapons and alliances in Europe and Asia

Since the dawn of the atomic age, nuclear weapons have been central to the internal dynamics of US alliances in Europe and Asia.
Tue, 9 Nov 2021

Backlash against Rohingya refugees in Malaysia during COVID-19
Ruji Auethavornpipat addresses the issue of backlash against Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. He examines grassroots actors' perspectives and their radicalized form of contestation, which aims to dismantle societal fabric.
Wed, 3 Nov 2021

Coercing mobility: Territory and displacement in the politics of Southeast Asian Muslim movements
Speakers discuss the politics of Muslim movements in Southeast Asia shaped by displacement, previewing a special issue of Itinerario on coerced mobility, focusing on the incorporation of Patani in Siam, Dutch colonization efforts in Aceh, and anti-colonial movements in Java and Malaya. Dr Amrita Malhi, Dr Joshua Gedacht, Dr Francis R. Bradley, and Dr David Kloos join as contributors, with Professor Robert Cribb hosting the panel.
Tue, 26 Oct 2021

The coalitions presidents make: Presidential power and its limits in democratic Indonesia
Marcus Mietzner addresses the concept of "coalitional presidentialism" and its application in the Indonesian context. Exploring how Indonesian presidents have formed alliances with non-party actors, beyond legislative parties, to achieve stability. This talk also examines the implications of this approach on democratic quality and exclusionary practices.
Wed, 20 Oct 2021

Cultures of crisis: How the Asia-Pacific can lead global peace and security
Maria Tanyag addresses the significance of women's regional networks in the Asia Pacific in responding to multiple crises, specifically focusing on climate change-related security risks.
Tue, 19 Oct 2021

Grasping at the wind: Trends in the historiography of modern Southeast Asia

Robert Cribb is currently undertaking the writing of a chapter that delves into the historiography of modern Southeast Asia for the upcoming edition of the Cambridge History of Southeast Asia, sche
Mon, 18 Oct 2021

Law and practice of peacekeeping
This book launch will bring in conversation Nicolas Lemay-Hebert (ANU Coral Bell School), Rosa Freedman (University of Reading), and Siobhan Wills (Ulster University) over their recently published book The Law and Practice of Peacekeeping: Foregrounding Human Rights by Cambridge University Press.
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