The results of this year's ACRI/BIDA Poll reflect the view that the Australia-China relationship has made progress towards stabilisation, but aspirations for the future of the relationship continue to lie alongside apprehension and anxiety.

In 2023, the media cycle continues to be dominated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and US-China competition, with North Korea’s missile program falling out of the media spotlight. This report unpacks why, and advocates for Australia’s continued, principles-based opposition to North Korea’s nuclear program.

The Lowy Institute Poll, now in its nineteenth year, is a valuable guide to how Australians see the world and their place in it. The 2023 poll reveals a sober optimism on the part of Australians looking out to the world. More Australians feel safer than last year, and their belief in democracy remains strong.

This analysis examines each of America’s grand strategic failures in war-fighting since 1945, and its failures to learn the right lessons from these wars.

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.