Papuan supporters of the Special Autonomy Law hoped that it would become an instrument to ensure their right to equality through the respect and recognition of their unique identity. This recognition...
Arts, culture & society
Silk roads of the twenty-first century: the cultural dimension
Much has been written about China’s grand project of the twenty-first century, the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road—or the Belt and Road Initiative. It is...
Nongovernmental organisations and influence on global public policy
Nongovernmental organisations (NGOs) were once considered as altruistic groups which aim was to impartially influence public policy with no vested interests. Nevertheless, this perception has changed. They are increasingly perceived as...
South China Sea
Saving the South China Sea fishery: time to internationalise
Environment & energy | Australia
Key points: Twelve per cent of the global fish catch comes from the South China Sea, but that fishery is headed for collapse. This will have important national security implications for...
Building cooperation for managing the South China Sea without strategic trust
International relations | Asia
The ruling from the arbitral tribunal dealing with the case between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea provides opportunities for fresh approaches to building cooperation for managing the...