Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy - APCD

APCD Comments on Federal Election

With a Federal election this September, Australia risks missing the goalpost during global grand final season

Australia and ASEAN

With its successful diplomatic history and growing economic muscle, SUSAN HARRIS-RIMMER asks whether ASEAN is Australia’s best partner for navigating the Asian century.

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The Challenges and Opportunities of the UN Security Council Membership

In this ANU Public Lecture globally renowned analyst of the UN Security Council Ambassador Colin Keating will discuss the challenges and opportunities inherent in being an elected member of the UN Security Council.

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Paying the Price for Aid and Diplomacy Cuts

Cuts to Australian overseas aid and embassies are harsh, but the loss to our international reputation is priceless, writes Susan Harris Rimmer.

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20th Anniversary of Elections in Cambodia

May 23–24 2013 marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark election held in Cambodia under the auspices of the United Nations Transitional Author-ity in Cambodia (UNTAC).

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On the 'big table' of the Security Council

On the 'big table' of the Security Council, Australia must champion the cause of women.

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The Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy was established on 1 July 2003 and is the first of its kind in the southern hemisphere. It is an educational hub for those seeking or advancing careers in such areas as foreign ministries, multilateral organisations, policy-making positions in the public service or international journalism.

Our mission: To foster high-level education, research and dialogue with respect to transnational diplomacy in the Asia-Pacific region.

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