Foreign policy
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Sikh and destroy
An ex-soldier and intelligence gatherer, Harjit Sajjan was new to parliament when appointed Canada’s minister of national defence. A year into the job, he discusses his significant challenges and shifting policies.
Speaking truth to power
Throwing light on the key issues surrounding the forthcoming US election is what keeps these particular think-tanks busy. Meet the people whose remit is to separate fact from fiction.
Fresh appeal
A poverty-stricken nation with the potential to become a global powerhouse, India’s greatest challenge is its hope: can Modi harness the power of the youth?
State of the nation: Germany
Merkel may be in murky waters at home and in Europe but her country is on the up.
Africa / Middle East
How Senegal's president Macky Sall is reforming the country. Plus: Somalia's new dosh.
Diplomacy
We sit down to tea in Istanbul with James Larsen, Australia’s ambassador to Turkey.
Far and wide
From peacekeeping in the Solomon Islands to scientific work at the South Pole, Australia’s worldwide reach is greater than you might think. We’ve been on a global tour to discover where Aussies rule.
Vatican foreign policy: Keep the faith
The Holy See pursues an active foreign policy, wielding enormous influence. We visit the Vatican’s foreign ministry, where world peace is always on the agenda.
What’s the big idea?
At these global institutions it’s the thought that counts. We visit London, Nairobi, Madrid, Hong Kong and Washington to meet the researchers and academics filling think-tanks with ideas to direct those in power.
How to be liked
Soft power is a precious commodity and needs protecting. But even if your nation and its government seem to lose their way, fear not: you can fix this without them.
