Obama's legacy is to make conflicts more likely
A weaker United States has encouraged new threats to global order. Washington's allies will have to do more for themselves.
Trump team's China incoherence
The incoming US administration's tough talk against China has set the stage for showdowns on everything from security to trade
Detained Crown staff face long wait for trial
Hopes of a speedy trial for the 17 Crown Resorts staff detained in China look to be fading.
Donald Trump stokes tensions with China
US President-elect Donald Trump has inflamed tensions with China by affirming the One China policy could be horse-traded with Beijing on trade and currency issues.
Why BHP should call Rex Tillerson on South China Sea
Domestic politics in Washington and China could "trump" cooler heads and lead to a clash over the South China Sea or currency.
Shinzo Abe: Australia's crucial ally
It is doubtful many Australians realise what a consequential leader Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been for Australia.
How China rules the wave
Beijing has spent at least $US45 billion since 2010 expanding ports and shipping networks to establish itself as a maritime superpower.
Australia and Japan need each other
The speed of developments is overtaking sound judgment.
Keating slams 'ludicrous' US stance on China
Paul Keating has urged Australia to distance itself from incoming US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's dangerous position on the South China Sea.
Global order in for more challenges
Flashpoints will take place against a backdrop of entrenched anti-establishment populism.
Packer treads carefully in China
James Packer hopes silence will bring early release for Crown staff detained in China
