Politics

Virginia Giuffre's estate dispute continues in WA Supreme Court as parties debate valuation and administration of assets potentially worth millions.

Over 40 countries representing one-fifth of global population head to polls in 2026, with major implications for Australia's Indo-Pacific strategy and international partnerships.

More than 40 countries representing one-fifth of the global population head to polls in 2026, with significant implications for Australia's regional interests and strategic partnerships.

President Trump launches $12 billion Project Vault to stockpile critical minerals, mirroring 1970s oil reserve strategy amid China's supply chain dominance.

Trump launches $12bn Project Vault to stockpile critical minerals and rare earths, reducing US dependence on China's dominant supply chains through strategic partnerships.

Aggressive ICE operations in Minneapolis have killed two civilians, sparking mass protests and threatening a federal government shutdown as Democrats demand policy changes.

Federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota has sparked a constitutional crisis, with fatal shootings, mass protests, and threats of government shutdown testing American democracy.

Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi dissolves parliament for February 8 snap election, capitalising on 70% approval ratings amid China tensions and domestic economic challenges.

Japan's first female PM Sanae Takaichi dissolves parliament for snap election, capitalising on 70% approval ratings while facing China tensions and coalition challenges.

Cosmetics billionaire Ronald Lauder's strategic investments in Greenland coincide with Trump's territorial ambitions, raising questions about business influence on US Arctic policy.

Ronald Lauder, Estée Lauder heir, reportedly inspired Trump's Greenland acquisition strategy while quietly building business interests in the Danish territory.

WEF's Global Risks Report identifies cybersecurity as India's top 2026 concern, while geoeconomic conflicts pose the greatest threat globally.

Washington's strategic partnership with UAE's IHC marks a decisive shift in Middle East power dynamics, establishing Abu Dhabi as America's regional hub.

Pakistan's $4.6 billion defence deal with Libya's National Army marks its transformation from arms client to major vendor, raising questions about UN embargo compliance and regional stability.

Pakistan's ISI conducts sophisticated disinformation campaign using fake news platforms and political provocations to undermine Bangladesh's sovereignty, analysts reveal.

Analysis reveals Pakistani military-linked digital propaganda campaign targeting Bangladesh's sovereignty through coordinated disinformation operations across social media platforms.

AI integration into nuclear weapons systems threatens global stability as major powers modernise arsenals, compressing decision timelines and challenging Cold War-era safeguards.

AI integration into nuclear systems by major powers threatens to accelerate arms race dynamics and compress critical decision-making timelines, raising stability concerns.

Economic pressures and youth demographics drive unprecedented political upheaval across Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, revealing common patterns in South Asia's crisis cycle.

South Asia's recent political upheavals reveal common vulnerabilities in democratic governance, offering crucial lessons for Indo-Pacific stability and Australian strategic interests.