A closer defence relationship with the US must be balanced by nuanced diplomacy to most benefit Australia’s security.

New ties with Britain to “right a historic wrong” but visa schemes for regional workers could generate another headache.

Protectionism must be relegated to the rear view mirror – fixes in agriculture negotiations might open the road ahead.

A story of spies and deception and the deadly consequences of crossing a tiny nation in the heart of Africa.

The “bad strategy” towards Beijing is exposed as the gloves come off in Australia’s domestic foreign policy debates.

Monday is a public holiday for the Queen’s Birthday long-weekend in (most of) Australia. We’ll be back Tuesday.

The next phase of the “Grand Bargain” for global humanitarian reform must account for the voices of those most affected.

Dhaka is increasingly confident in an emerging role. The rest of the world would benefit to pay close attention.

Memo for the White House: You should get out more.

Leadership turmoil in Samoa bears striking similarities to a stand-off in Papua New Guinea barely a decade earlier.

Pending legislation would require online service providers to remove or block content by government demand.

Disaster governance systems can help overcome barriers to securing water across the region.

The South Korean president came to Washington for vaccine supplies and to shore up a legacy for North Korea engagement.

Islamabad mistakenly tried to strong-arm Riyadh from a position of weakness.

Australia’s leading international lawyer appeared in more than 100 cases, delivering many a memorable argument.

It would not be a good example for the region should Canberra and Jakarta be unable to resolve “technical amendments”.

Plenty of problems could benefit from the US and Russia working together. But don’t confuse talk with approval.

Opinion surveys across the big emitters reveal the social complexity surrounding climate policy commitments.

Fareed Zakaria’s new book tells of tiny moments that have led to massive change.

Entering his last year in office, the Philippine president’s campaign promises ring hollow. The question is what’s next.

The Christchurch Call is an opportunity for change — but there is much more to be done.

France wants to get serious about the future. But its method may prove counterproductive.

New Lowy Institute polling reveals a growing public appetite to tackle environmental concerns – even at a cost.

Israel-Palestinian issues have long featured in Jakarta’s worldview but with a domestic edge, too.