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The Lowy Institute is a leading international think tank that looks at the world from Australia’s perspective.

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This month, the world gathered in the Amazonian city of Belém for COP30, the UN’s annual climate summit. It was the first time in 30 years that the United States was absent from the talks. Todd Stern, former US Special Envoy for Climate Change under ... more

Dr Michael Fullilove AM, Executive Director of the Lowy Institute, gave a speech to the Institute titled "Present at the Destruction" on Tuesday 29 November 2025. In these remarks, he reflects on the ABC Boyer Lectures he delivered a decade ago. ​

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The United Nations is facing two simultaneous disruptions: the planned UN80 reforms, timed to refine the organisation’s structure and mandate during its 80th anniversary, and budget cuts led by the Trump administration. Lowy Institute Research Fellow... more

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The Pacific Islands face converging transnational and geopolitical threats, yet existing intelligence exchanges are fragmented and inadequate to meet the scale of these challenges. The Lowy Institute’s Oliver Nobetau and Mihai Sora discuss a new poli... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Neelam
Former Australian diplomat and the Director of Public Opinion and Foreign Policy at the Lowy Institute
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Episode: Development Futures: United Nations’ reform and relevance
Ronny Patz
Author of the book, Managing Money and Discord in the UN
Episode: Development Futures: United Nations’ reform and relevance
Mihai Sora
Director of the Pacific Islands Program at Lowy Institute, author of the policy brief on Pacific Intelligence Sharing
Lowy Institute
Episode: Conversations: A Pacific Eyes intelligence-sharing agreement
Gary Quinlan
Former Australian Ambassador to the UN
Episode: Conversations: Australia and the UN Security Council
Joseph Torigian
A China scholar at American University in Washington and author of the biography on Xi Zhongxun
American University
Episode: His Father’s Son: The Xi family and the Future of China.
Bilahari Kausikan
One of Singapore's most respected diplomats and former permanent secretary of Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore
Episode: Event: The Myth of the Asian Century
Nick Rasmussen
Former head of the National Counterterrorism Center, currently a senior research fellow at the McCain Institute
McCain Institute
Episode: Conversations: Whither global leadership on counter-terrorism?
Emma Ashford
Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center Think Tank and Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University School of Foreign Service.
Stimson Center and Georgetown University
Episode: Conversations: First among equals — How the US should adjust to a multipolar world
Lydia Khalil
Director of the Transnational Challenges Program
The Lowy Institute
Episode: Conversations: Understanding global democratic decline

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Sam Roggeveen
Director of the International Security Program

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Excellent

    No hubris, no rants. Honest, thoughtful analyses devoid of conspiracy obsessions . What a relief , thinks this former academic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no blonp
    Australia2 years ago
  • Greetings from Trumpland - book by Zoe Daniels

    Excellent interview by Lowy Institute Research Fellow Lydia Khalil with Zoe Daniel on her new book, Greetings from Trumpland. The power of Demagogues, decline in institutions and the motivations of the voter. Fabulous interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH and BH
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great guests, rubbish host.

    Such potential here. Interesting topics from fascinating guests, yet Fullilove’s obsession with reminding us he is a creature of the Canberra bubble with his relentless Trump bashing is so dull and pathetic.

    He takes every opportunity to steer the conversation towards Trump and then serves up a dose of elitist, beltway garbage.

    With a better host this would be a 5 star review.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DutchDegenerate
    Australia5 years ago
  • Australian Focused Foreign Policy

    Great, informative, up to date podcast with a focus on the Asia Pacific from the people at the Australian think tank. Audio quality could be better at times but seriously, harden up you whinges, you can’t get closer to the real action with the boffins than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul the Greyhound
    Australia5 years ago
  • Some much valuable information

    Love this podcast. It keeps me informed on so many subjects. Essential listening if you want to stay on top of the important world issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WJ9884
    Australia5 years ago

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EVENT: Present at the Destruction
Q: What are you curious to know about what the next 10 years holds for Australia and its place in the world?
The big unanswered question is about artificial intelligence and its implications for foreign policy.
EVENT: Present at the Destruction
Q: What should Australia's strategy be for the next three years, given that we have a president in the White House who doesn't necessarily have the same alignment on values?
Australia's interests are in having the United States continue to play an active role and that the alternative of encouraging the US to withdraw would lead to challenges in the region.
EVENT: Present at the Destruction
Q: Are we currently in that Goldilocks zone, do you think?
The relationship has reached a settling point that is a bit thin and cool, but probably more realistic than where we were 10 years ago.
EVENT: 2025 Lowy Lecture — Director-General of Security Mike Burgess
Q: How do we counter organizations like Hisbut Tahrir if they're not breaking the law?
Burgess reiterates the importance of upholding freedom of expression while being vigilant about ideologies that threaten the core values of society.
EVENT: 2025 Lowy Lecture — Director-General of Security Mike Burgess
Q: How do we reset as a society? How do we get back to a point where we're able to disagree with each other with restraint?
Burgess emphasizes the need for individuals to be mindful of their words and actions and to strive for civil discourse.

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Content covers a broad array of pressing global issues, with a focus on international relations and policy analysis from an Australian perspective. Topics frequently discussed include foreign policy dynamics, security threats, climate change, and geopolitical strategies involving notable powers like the United States and China. Unique insights come from a range of experts and academics, making it a valuable resource for listeners interested in understanding Australia's role in a rapidly changing world. Episodes feature engaging discussions on current events, debates on critical international agreements, and reflections on significant political events, facilitating a deeper understanding of the implications for Australia and its partners.

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