Another bloody century

The triple crises of geopolitical power shifts, the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic disasters that flow from it will shape global politics, restructure global supply chains and bring an end to unregulated globalisation.

Arvanitakis on American politics: Correction v cancel culture

Like the #metoomovement before it, the death of George Floyd has unleashed a much broader wave of social change, but some fear that freedom of thought and speech are being swept away alongside relics of the past.

Arvanitakis on American politics: How changing demographics are reshaping American politics

After one of the most traumatic years in American political history, less heralded, but still highly significant shifts in the demographic make-up of the United States are set to have a crucial influence on the outcome of November’s election.

Arvanitakis on American politics: Is an inclusive progressive turn possible?

The tumultuous events of the last fortnight in American politics have continued to surprise and confound commentators while simultaneously ratifying our suspicions.

Using regional forums to advance the women, peace and security agenda

As we move past the 20th anniversary of the UN’s women, peace and security agenda, Australia can pursue innovative, complementary paths for embedding its principles in the international peace and security realm through regional organisations.

US primacy will survive COVID and Donald Trump

Despite its current troubles, the US is still the most powerful nation in the world and retains the military strength to defend its interests globally. Until that changes, America’s ‘Suez moment’ will still be a long way away.

Arvanitakis on American politics: Reconciling the past

Weeks of demonstrations over the death of George Floyd and pent-up frustration with racial injustice have spilled over into Australian streets, but today’s tumultuous events are merely the latest flare-up of racial tensions in the USA.

Democracy has been a victim of COVID-19

COVID-19 has had a dramatic impact on democracy worldwide, but some democracies are more resilient than others.

Helping South East Asia recover from COVID-19

How can the Australian government prioritise its response and make the most difference in helping the region recover from the economic and social ravages of the coronavirus pandemic?

The protests can show the power of democracy

At a time when authoritarian China is brutalising protesters in Hong Hong, the US must not create a mirror image of repression in how it handles the volatile situation in its cities.

Trump stands firm in a time of crisis

Well-meaning protestors, violent activists, lawless criminal gangs, and opportunistic looters have taken to the streets of American cities, but Donald Trump’s firm response is enraging the media.

Arvanitakis on American politics: Three key developments this week

Another frenetic week in American politics has seen gaffes from Joe Biden, urban rioting and a twitter temper tantrum from President Trump, but the most significant development may be China’s power grab in Hong Kong.