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 water-energy nexus in the Indian Ocean region
The term water-energy nexus describes the interdependence, and often competing demands, of two of the world’s most valuable resources: water and energy.
Interview
Counter-terrorism challenges in Indonesia and beyond: Sidney Jones
This interview presents a discussion with counter-terrorism expert Sidney Jones, relating to some of the potential security challenges confronting Indonesia.
Interview
FDI feature interview with Dr Peter Keating: the importance of understanding the role of soil microbiological ecosystems
This resource discusses soil microbiology, soil microbiological ecosystems and research into the analysis and maintenance of healthy soils and soil biological fertility, with Bioscience Managing Director, Dr Peter Keating.
Article
A debate worth having: an Australian sugar tax
The United Kingdom announced on 16 March that it will be implementing a new tax on sugary drinks. The country is not alone with this development: France, Belgium, Hungary and Mexico all have a form of tax on sugar-laden drinks.
Interview
Grazing and controlled burning in Kimberley pastoral land management
This interview discusses important land care practices to ensure pastoral sustainability in the Kimberley region.