Arvanitakis on American politics: Five types of Trump supporters

Despite the impeachment controversy, distinct groups of American voters remain staunch supporters of President Donald Trump, albeit for quite different reasons.

Seven lessons from Syria

Syria is a tragedy, but it is also a symptom of much deeper concerns relating to governance and security around our troubled world.

Will Bloomberg’s bid for the Democratic nomination have an impact?

Given his enormous wealth and power, Bloomberg’s decision to contest the Democratic nomination shifts the balance within the party as it chooses a candidate to take on President Trump.

The sound and fury of Britain’s election

The United Kingdom is counting down to a truly unpredictable election with clearly drawn battle lines between the political parties.

Putin’s ‘new generation’ war on the west

Russia may be in decline, but its aggressive doctrine of strategic relativism means it intends to take much of the rest of the world with it.

Putin bounces back

How does a country with an economy the size of Spain, corruption on a par with Papua New Guinea and life expectancy below Libya still cast a shadow over Europe?

Australia’s diplomatic deficit

Australia is spending less on diplomacy than ever before – and the nation’s influence abroad is suffering as a result.

The danger of keeping quiet

The former Governor of Hong Kong, Chris Patten, explores the need for international collaboration and honesty in dealing with China.

Australian aid should take account of global mega-trends

The developing world is being shaped by five mega-trends which our political leaders must acknowledge to make the most of our tremendous potential to make the world a better place.

From fight to fiesta

Leila Maugeri describes her love for Spain, from the passion of the Catalan fight for autonomy to the high jinks of “La Tomatina”.

An Australian in Albania

In July of 2019, GAP Intern Sophie Mayo was lucky enough to travel to Albania in Southern Europe for a summer holiday experience slightly off the beaten track.  Albania certainly delivered on her expectations and in this article she reflects on her experiences in the Balkan state.

Arvanitakis on American politics: The Trump revolution without Trump

Unless America’s political establishment reconnects with a large, disillusioned swathe of middle class voters, the resentment harnessed by Donald Trump will continue to seethe long after the current Administration is consigned to history.