Four years after its near-unanimous referendum, Bougainville is still waiting for its independence.
Category: Political issues
A bumper Latin American roundup
An update on recent electoral happenings in Chile, Argentina, Guatemala, Peru and Venezuela.
A word in Cameron’s ear
An occasional adviser to Britain's foreign secretary has interesting things to say about the Middle East.
Talking to Hamas: a compilation
Two decades worth of writing about Hamas shows how much was predictable, and what a dreadful price has been paid for missed opportunities.
France, Zionism and antisemitism – again
Mass demonstrations in France against antisemitism find the far left rather than (as you might expect) the far right out of step.
Australia says No
Australia's Indigenous Voice referendum goes down to the expected heavy defeat. There's plenty of blame to go around, and no-one emerges with much credit.
Territory representation, referendum edition
State votes and territory votes in a referendum are not treated quite the same way. Does that matter?
Starmer and the Brexit can of worms
Britain's Labour leader cautiously suggests upgrading relations with the European Union, although for the time being he is determined to steer away from any thought of rejoining.
That other 11 September
Another contentious anniversary: fifty years since the military coup in Chile that overthrew its Marxist president.
OK, let’s talk about Qantas
Qantas's current troubles raise interesting questions about privatisation and corporate regulation.
