Relations with China
Policy report
Singing from the CCP’s songsheet
The CCP’s growing use of foreign influencers reinforces China’s internal and external narratives in ways that make it increasingly difficult for social-media platforms, foreign governments and individuals to distinguish between genuine and/or factual content and propaganda. This report makes key recommendations for media and social-media platforms, governments and civil society aimed at building awareness and...
Report
Collective deterrence and the prospect of major conflict
The US-Australia Indo-Pacific Deterrence Dialogue convened more than 40 American and Australian practitioners and experts for a frank conversation focused on generating practical insights on, and recommendations for, the US-Australia alliance’s approach to collective deterrence. This outcomes report reflects the authors’ account of the dialogue’s proceedings.
Report
Competing without fighting: China's strategy of political warfare
This report offers one of the most comprehensive analyses to date of Chinese political warfare activities and examines China’s main actions, primary goals, and options for the United States and its partners.
Briefing paper
AUKUS Pillar Two: advancing the capabilities of the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia
The United States and its allies are in a strategic competition with China in which the race to develop and deploy emerging technologies will play a decisive role. Pillar Two of the trilateral AUKUS agreement, which focuses on jointly developing advanced capabilities between the three countries, holds the potential to supercharge progress.
Report
Smooth sailing? How Australia, New Zealand and the United States partner in—and with—the Pacific islands
The authors of this report argue that Australia, New Zealand and the United States should help create an ASEAN-style forum for Pacific Island nations to discuss security and manage geopolitical challenges.