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
Germany: national involvement in the Indian Ocean Region
The transformation of global politics since the 9/11 attacks on the United States has significantly influenced the course of Germany's foreign policy framework over the past decade.
Report
India-Australia: ushering in an era of maritime prosperity in the Indian Ocean Region
Australia’s geographical location makes it an integral part of both the Pacific and Indian Ocean Regions. Thus, any developments in these waters can pose a direct challenge to Australia’s national security and interests.
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Understanding China’s North-East and South Asia policies
The capacity of the United States to credibly guarantee a stable international system in Asia may, in the future, become increasingly moot. In this context, China’s aggressive posturing in territorial disputes has caused widespread concern in the Asia-Pacific region.
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The Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Co-operation: India takes the lead
Almost 15 years later, in 2012, the IOR-ARC looks set for a revival. India and Australia are back in the leading seats as Chair and Vice-Chair respectively and, from a number of quarters, both from within and external to the Indian Ocean Region, there appears to be renewed interest in its potential.
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The Sino-Australian relationship: towards a brighter future
Since 2009, Chinese commentators have been puzzled by a series of episodes played out in Australia and perceived as being unfriendly to China. Observers in Australia have also asked questions about the implications of China’s rise for the region.