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Lowy Institute Conversations

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South China Sea
Taiwan
United States
Philippines
Australia
Ukraine
U.s.-China Relations
AUKUS
Brexit
Russia
Donald Trump
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Kamala Harris
Indo-Pacific
European Union
Deterrence
Arbitrary Detention
Japan
Joe Biden

Welcome to Lowy Institute Conversations – a podcast in which Lowy Institute researchers and some of the world’s leading experts delve into the big issues in international affairs.

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Recent Guests

Lachlan Strahan
Author of 'The Curious Diplomat' and former Australian diplomat
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australia
Episode: Conversations: A Curious Diplomat
Todd Stern
Former US Special Envoy for Climate Change and Chief Negotiator on the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement
Episode: Conversations: Inside COP30 — A former climate envoy on the United States’ absence and the future of global cooperation
Mihai Sora
Director of the Pacific Islands program at Lowy Institute
Lowy Institute
Episode: Conversations: A Pacific Eyes intelligence-sharing agreement
Gary Quinlan
Former Australian ambassador to the UN and senior Australian diplomat
Episode: Conversations: Australia and the UN Security Council
Joseph Torigian
A China scholar at American University in Washington
American University
Episode: His Father’s Son: The Xi family and the Future of China.
Nick Rasmussen
Senior Research Fellow at the McCain Institute and former head of the National Counterterrorism Center in the United States.
McCain Institute
Episode: Conversations: Whither global leadership on counter-terrorism?
Emma Ashford
Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center Think Tank, Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, Columnist at Foreign Policy, and author of 'First Among Equals, US Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World'
Stimson Center Think Tank
Episode: Conversations: First among equals — How the US should adjust to a multipolar world
Lydia Khalil
Director of the Transnational Challenges Program at the Lowy Institute.
Lowy Institute
Episode: Conversations: Understanding global democratic decline
Chris Coons
A leading member of the United States Senate and Democratic Senator for Delaware.
U.S. Senate
Episode: Conversations: US Senator Chris Coons on President Trump, AUKUS and the future of the Democratic Party

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Conversations: A Curious Diplomat
Q: Maybe could you tell us a bit about your experience working in those relationships and what you learned from those?
Lachlan elaborated on his experiences with South Korea and India, noting significant challenges and the positive evolution in Australia's relationships with both nations.
Conversations: A Curious Diplomat
Q: How did you approach the job of a diplomat?
As a historian, Lachlan Strahan emphasized the importance of critical thinking and understanding other countries' perspectives throughout his career.
Conversations: Inside COP30 — A former climate envoy on the United States’ absence and the future of global cooperation
Q: What do you think this conference is going to be remembered for?
The conference may be remembered for the lack of ambitious targets and climate finance from developed countries, the need for stronger commitments from nations regarding emissions reductions, and the mention of fossil fuels for the first time in COP agreements.
Conversations: Inside COP30 — A former climate envoy on the United States’ absence and the future of global cooperation
Q: How has the absence of the US been received by other parties at COP 30?
Other parties have reacted with unhappiness, expressing that they really miss having the US present at the negotiations, indicating the US's significant role traditionally in international climate discussions.
Conversations: Australia and the UN Security Council
Q: How does Australia's involvement in the UN Security Council impact our national interests?
Membership allows Australia to shape international norms and protect its interests, enabling engagement with major powers beyond bilateral relations.

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This podcast explores a broad spectrum of international affairs through engaging discussions with researchers and experts from the Lowy Institute and beyond. Recent topics frequently highlight geopolitical dynamics, climate change negotiations, and critical global security issues, illustrating the complexities of modern diplomacy and the interplay of various nations in addressing pressing challenges. The podcast's commitment to unpacking the intricacies of foreign policy and international relations, often drawing on the expert insights of seasoned diplomats and scholars, makes it a unique resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of world events and the forces shaping them.

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