Explainer Series Disinformation:Definitions and Examples Published: 27 February 2025 Read the explainer ↗ Disinformation has been a tool of manipulation and control for centuries, from ancient military strategies to Cold War propaganda. With the rapid advancement of technology,it has evolved into a sophisticated and pervasive security threat that transcends traditional boundaries. This explainer takes the […]

Indo-Pacific Outlook. Indo-Pacific: A blueprint for democracy in the digital age Alana FordSenior Research Fellow, Perth USAsia Centre This article was originally published by The Lowy Institute for The Interpreter. From political activism to cyberattacks, the rise of technology is changing the face of regional engagement. As years go, 2024 has been big on democratic […]

Indo-Pacific Analysis Brief Vol 49 Democracy’s defining year: Implications of the Indo-Pacific’s elections December 2025Kathryn Froend 2024 has been a pivotal year for democracy globally.  Dubbed ‘the year of elections’, 4 billion people – around half of the world’s population – have been eligible to vote across more than 40 countries.  Some of the most significant […]

Indo-Pacific Outlook. Cracks in the LDP Stronghold:the significance of the Japanese election Kathryn Froend, Research and Program Associate, Perth USAsia Centre Caught amidst the eddies of the US election, it is easy to overlook the results of Japan’s general election on October 27. But the outcome for Japanese politics matters deeply to Australia and the […]

In Episode 2, the pair discuss Biden’s decision to step down from the race, what this means for the Democratic Party and the impact Harris’ nomination will have on Trump’s campaign

In Episode 2, the pair discuss Biden’s decision to step down from the race, what this means for the Democratic Party and the impact Harris’ nomination will have on Trump’s campaign

Indo-Pacific Analysis Brief Vol 47 The state of democracy in the Indo-Pacific September 2025Alana Ford This Indo-Pacific Analysis Brief offers a timely and accessible analysis of the shifting political landscape across one of the world’s most dynamic regions. With over 4 billion people set to vote across more than 40 countries in 2024, this paper […]

In Episode 2, the pair discuss Biden’s decision to step down from the race, what this means for the Democratic Party and the impact Harris’ nomination will have on Trump’s campaign

In Episode 2, the pair discuss Biden’s decision to step down from the race, what this means for the Democratic Party and the impact Harris’ nomination will have on Trump’s campaign

Constitutional crisis and democratic resilience in Indonesia By Dr Pia Dannhauer Last week, an image of the Garuda emblem against a blue backdrop with the warning “Peringatan Darurat” (emergency alert) went viral in Indonesia. The image became a rallying cry and expression of support for mass protests across the whole archipelago. Impetus for the demonstrations […]

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