Globally, terrorism remains a significant challenge. This report presents a comprehensive summary of the key global trends and patterns in terrorism over the past 10 years. It provides an analysis of the top 10 countries most impacted by terrorism and in-depth contributions from experts. It finds that attacks in the West increased for the first...

A collection of 12 short analyses examining some of the most pressing issues and policy questions facing the 48th Parliament. Each article gives a high-level perspective of significant public policy issues, covering background, context and legislative history, as well as some of the policy and legislative directions raised in the public debate.

This report aims to help the Australian Government and its defence apparatus negotiate Australia's security environment at a time of great global upheaval. It presents the new realities of the Australian-US alliance, examines how $59 billion p.a. in taxpayers’ money is being spent and concludes with recommendations for a Minister for Defence after the 2025...

In a world of intensifying geopolitical contest, understanding the dynamics of economic statecraft has never been more important. This global dataset curates case studies involving allegations or claims of economic coercion and/or weaponised trade from 2008 to the end of 2024. Each case study outlines the context, measures, impact, responses of stakeholders and current status.

An examination of the threat of disinformation and cognitive warfare in the Indo-Pacific, the brief unpacks how these tactics are reshaping national security and undermining democratic institutions. Drawing on global examples, it highlights the implications for regional stability and democratic resilience.