June 2, 2023
The High Seas Treaty: A Tall Order for Implementation?
Unless countries remain committed to enforce adequate oversight and protection of the oceans that they depend on, it would be inconceivable for their blue economies to stay afloat.
June 2, 2023
India and Australia should join forces to support maritime security in the Pacific
Modi’s trip to PNG, and India’s increasing engagement with the region, show that New Delhi is beginning to see the gaps in the field. Australia may well be an effective partner for India, particularly in addressing the capacity constraints of Pacific island countries in maritime security.
May 27, 2023
AUKUS: Enhancing Undersea Deterrence
Driven by the CCP’s imperative to oversee “the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation” by 2049, US intelligence sources indicate that Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered the PLA to become capable of countering American military power in the Indo-Pacific and ready for a takeover of Taiwan by…
May 26, 2023
Australia can combat illegal fishing through Indo-Pacific partnerships
Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing impacts ecosystems, economies, human security, international law, governance and human development. IUU fishing is a priority issue across the Indo-Pacific region, with ASEAN member states experiencing over US$6 billion in economic losses per year…
May 26, 2023
South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism
The legal case brought by Sulu Sultanate heirs against Malaysia highlights the unexpected links between present day tensions and European colonialism in Southeast Asia.
May 19, 2023
South China Sea Tensions Haunted by European Colonialism
The legal case brought by Sulu Sultanate heirs against Malaysia highlights the unexpected links between present day tensions and European colonialism in Southeast Asia.
May 17, 2023
Reeling in illegal fishing is crucial to Australia’s maritime security
Combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUU fishing) is key to the integrity of the international legal framework and the rules-based international order. A report by the Asia-Pacific Development, Diplomacy & Defence Dialogue (AP4D) considers this problem and how Australia can combat…
May 15, 2023
Time for the Quad to bare its teeth on regional security
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will soon host his counterparts from India, Japan and the US for the most significant leaders’ gathering in Australia since the Cold War.
May 15, 2023
Piracy and Armed Robbery in Southeast Asia: The Need for a Fresh Approach
The region needs to address the growing incidence of piracy and armed robbery before it becomes a serious security concern.