This research note by Jeffrey Robertson looks at North Korea’s aims, its methods of achieving these aims and the ongoing efforts at further diplomacy with North Korea.

Australia has implemented FTAs with the United States and New Zealand; is currently negotiating an FTA with China; and has recently completed a joint FTA feasibility study with Japan – in other words, with each of its top five export destinations, except South Korea. Jeffrey Robertson looks at the domestic political impediments in South Korea...

Debate over unequal access to information and communication technology services between regional and metropolitan Australia often focuses on infrastructure. But, as Jeffrey Robertson explains in this research note, infrastructure is just one aspect of a wider host of problems that reinforces the 'digital divide'.

The majority of studies on ageing have a domestic focus. However, cross-border effects also warrant attention as these too have substantial economic and public policy implications for Australia. In this research note, Jeffrey Robertson looks at some of the possible economic implications for Australia of ageing in key economic partners.

Since the earliest days of white settlement, Australia has benefited extensively from foreign investment, often helping to sustain vigorous growth rates and an enviable standard of living. But foreign investment in assets perceived to be of significant national strategic, economic, social or cultural value still raises substantial public concern. Jeffrey Robertson looks at the issues...