Organisation
Future Directions International
Acronym:
FDI
Future Directions International (FDI) was an independent, not-for-profit research institute. It was established in 2000, by Major General (Retd.) the Honourable Michael Jeffery (former Governor General of Australia), together with a small group of leading Australians, to conduct comprehensive research of important medium to long-term issues facing Australia.
FDI ceased operations in November 2021.
Report
The political legacy of the Iranian revolution: theocratic tyranny and religious terrorism
This paper argues that people of Iran seek a new Iran, one that is not based on the destructive legacy of Khomeini’s revolution on Islamic political thought.
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The national river interlinking scheme: a solution to India’s water challenges?
This paper outlines how India has other options available to it that would improve its water security.
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India’s continued reliance on Russia: the China factor
This paper argues that India requires Russia’s military and political support as a counter to the perceived threat that China poses.
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Hunger amid abundance: the Indian food security enigma
India is self-sufficient in a number of food crops including rice and wheat, which are among the national staples, and there is enough food to meet demand. Despite this, hundreds of millions of Indians have poor nutritional health.
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The US-Vietnam economic relationship: why Beijing is watching
This paper argues that the enhanced US-Vietnam economic ties reflect the fact that Washington has begun to recognise Vietnam’s economic potential and geopolitical significance.