Contemplations on the Notions of Hospitality
By Isabelle Hore-thorburnAs hegemonic structures regenerate across the world, this Berlin-based exhibition explores the asymmetries of power dictating who is host and who is guest.
International affairs – Page 5
The Raptures of the Weapon
By Les WicksPoet Les Wicks questions blind certainties that can lead to violence and hate.
A long way to come for women’s rights in Indonesia and Australia
By Jack BrittonWhen a widespread problem defies national borders, what can neighbouring nations do to fulfil the rights of their people?
Nong Shain Maw: Stone Breakers of the East Khasi Highlands
By Ali MCIn the remote Indian state of Meghalaya, the Khasi people work in life-threatening conditions to survive, but their will for independence remains strong.
Offshore detention is central to Nauru’s move against press freedom
By Gary DicksonThe government of Nauru has blocked the ABC from covering the Pacific Islands Forum and PM Malcolm Turnbull has barely criticised the move. Gary Dickson explains.
We are one but we are many: A reflection on modern Australian identity
By Anika BasetWe are one, but we are many – yet, both here and around the world, the Australian identity is one far too limited by skin colour.
Blockchain can transform manufacturing supply chains
By Isobel RechterBlockchain, the technology underpinning Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, might be the key to transforming supply chain transparency – and could even help to end modern slavery in the process.
The inherent injustices of climate change
Mihilini Fernando in conversation with Simon BradshawHow can Australia help our neighbouring nations of the Pacific Islands build communities that are more resilient to climate change?
‘Golden Games’ should inspire CHOGM to solve refugee crisis in Bangladesh
By Tim CostelloAs Bangladesh’s monsoon season approaches, the lives of more than 870,000 refugees depend on swift action. What will our leaders do?
Australia’s Secret History in the Timor Sea
By ARKim McGrath exposes Australia’s duplicitous diplomatic relationship with East Timor in her book, Crossing the Line.
New Timor treaty will finally set permanent boundaries to resolve oil and gas dispute
By Tom ClarkeEast Timor and Australia will sign a maritime boundary agreement tomorrow, putting their long-running border dispute to rest.
What’s next for #MeToo?
By Sayomi AriyawansaHow can the legal system grapple with #MeToo, the movement that has sparked outrage and calls for justice around the world?