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POLITICS1h agoAustralian PM to visit Beijing after China-hosted Apec summit as tensions simmerAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to travel to Beijing next month as Canberra seeks to deepen a relationship which stabilised after years of trade disputes but has been recently complicated by geopolitical tensions. Sources told the South China Morning Post that Albanese would first attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) leaders’ summit in Shenzhen, which runs from November 18 to 19, before travelling to the Chinese capital. It will be Albanese’s third visit to...South China Morning Post
POLITICS10h agoCan Canada, UK and Australia grasp chance offered by US-China rivalry?As middle powers, Australia, Britain and Canada can do more than most other nations to influence global peace in the face of a new great power rivalry between China and the United States. These three nations owe their citizens, and perhaps the wider world, an earnest effort to rise to the challenge of being peacemakers. They have three attributes in common that give them unique potential to be a pivotal force. First is their own shared histories as members of the Anglosphere and therefore close...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 12Wolf Warriors in Sheep’s Clothing: China’s New Subnational Diplomacy in AustraliaBeijing’s diplomatic officials are adopting the language of the Albanese government to press their demands upon local governments and communities.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 5Can Australia Create Lasting Climate Impacts For the Asia-Pacific?Australia is set to preside over the negotiations at the upcoming COP31 climate conference in Türkiye, but its support for regional partners will need to be sustained.The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 29Vietnam accused of abducting Norwegian and Australian human rights activistsVietnam accuses activists of entering country using forged documents with intention to carry out terrorist activitiesThe Independent World
POLITICSSep 29Australia urged to help free activist jailed in VietnamAustralia is being urged to intervene on behalf of an activist jailed in Vietnam. This highlights an international human rights concern involving diplomatic pressure.portstephensexaminer.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 29Australia urged to help free activist jailed in VietnamAustralia is being urged to intervene and assist in the release of an activist who has been jailed in Vietnam. This situation highlights an international human rights concern and diplomatic pressure.westernadvocate.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 29Australia urged to help free activist jailed in VietnamAustralia is being urged to assist in the release of an activist who has been jailed in Vietnam, highlighting an international human rights and diplomatic issue.dailyliberal.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 29Australia urged to help free activist jailed in VietnamAustralia is being urged to intervene and help secure the release of an activist currently imprisoned in Vietnam. This situation involves international advocacy concerning human rights and detention.newcastleherald.com.au
POLITICSBREAKINGSep 28Australian rights activist feared missing in Cambodiamerimbulanewsweekly.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 27Australia just changed its visa rules. So what about its bespoke Hong Kong pathway?Hongkongers aiming to settle in Australia through a bespoke study-to-migrate pathway will not be exempt from new rules barring applicants from bringing along their families, the country’s home affairs authorities have said. The new rules, announced last month, have raised concerns among some Hongkongers, especially those who had hoped to bring their families while pursuing their studies in Australia before applying for temporary graduate visas to settle in the country. On September 17, Tony...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 8Solomon Islands treaty puts Australia motives in Pacific contest with China on showA treaty involving the Solomon Islands is revealing Australia's motivations in its ongoing competition with China for influence in the Pacific region. This indicates shifting alliances and strategic maneuvering in the area.abc.net.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 23Australian senator calls for Magnitsky - style sanctions over China transnational repressionAn Australian senator has called for Magnitsky-style sanctions against China, citing concerns about transnational repression. This suggests a push for international policy action regarding human rights and diplomatic relations.hongkongherald.com · China
POLITICSAug 23Australian senator calls for Magnitsky - style sanctions over China transnational repressionAn Australian senator has called for Magnitsky-style sanctions against China, citing concerns about transnational repression. This suggests a push for international policy action regarding human rights and diplomatic relations.australiannews.net · Australia
POLITICSAug 17Why Australia’s Getting Tough on China AgainUnlike other U.S. allies, Canberra is betting its entire strategic house on Pax Americana.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 14If attention not paid early , then it will be too late : Ex - Australian PM Morrison on China growing influence in Indo - PacificFormer Australian Prime Minister Morrison warns that failing to address China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region early could lead to significant future consequences. This emphasizes concerns about regional power dynamics.beijingbulletin.com · China
POLITICSAug 14If attention not paid early , then it will be too late : Ex - Australian PM Morrison on China growing influence in Indo - PacificFormer Australian Prime Minister Morrison warns about China's increasing influence in the Indo-Pacific region, stating that early attention is crucial to avoid future complications. This highlights ongoing geopolitical concerns and potential future challenges in the area.aninews.in · India
POLITICSAug 13Hong Kong woman acquitted of protest-related charges after return from AustraliaA Hong Kong woman who returned from Australia has been acquitted of two charges linked to the 2019 anti-government protests, after a magistrate found insufficient evidence that she was involved in the unrest. Eastern Court ruled on Thursday that prosecutors had failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that casino cashier Ami Chan Hui-ching, 21, carried two laser pointers and three bottles of spray paint for illegal purposes on September 8, 2019. Magistrate Edward Wong Ching-yu pointed out that...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 12Vietnam’s To Lam eyes trade, defence boost during trip to Australia, New ZealandA visit by Vietnam’s top leader To Lam to Australia and New Zealand this week is expected to lead to stronger maritime security cooperation, especially in intelligence-sharing and joint patrols. The Vietnamese president is seeking to bolster partnerships and strengthen cooperation in science and technology, according to a government statement. During Lam’s six-day trip, which ends on Friday, he is expected to sign 12 to 16 agreements with Canberra – covering education, digital transformation,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 11Australia's PM Anthony Albanese under fire for 'melons' gag about Japanese leaderAsked whether he would say sorry for his "disrespectful behaviour" in parliament on Tuesday, the Australian leader said: "I reject the assertion in the question."EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 9China-Australia relations reach ‘good enough’ baseline, ex-envoy saysAfter years of strain, China-Australia ties have reached a “good enough” baseline for Canberra, though still short of Beijing’s broader ambitions, according to a former top Australian diplomat. The relationship had taken a significant downturn since 2017, but was now on “a more realistic footing”, Graham Fletcher, a non-resident fellow at the Lowy Institute, a Sydney-based think tank, wrote in a report released on Sunday. Fletcher served as Australia’s ambassador to China from 2019 to 2023. The...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24China tells Australia to back off over South China Sea as tensions build at ASEAN SummitChina has warned Australia regarding its stance on the South China Sea, as tensions escalate during the ASEAN Summit. This reflects ongoing geopolitical friction over disputed territories.sbs.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 10How Beijing nuclear gambit gave Australia a surprise advantageThis article examines how a strategic move by Beijing involving nuclear capabilities inadvertently provided an advantage to Australia. It analyzes the geopolitical implications of this development.smh.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 10Tonga - Australia treaty : Pacific nation eyes new security pact amid concerns over China missile testTonga is considering a new security treaty with Australia, prompted by concerns over a recent China missile test. This highlights evolving geopolitical dynamics and security interests in the Pacific region.brisbanetimes.com.au · Australia