Murray Hunter

Abbott’s Northern Australia Idea: Grand Vision or Folly?

Cubist Australia Flag abstraction, Generated by Google Gemini on July 29, 2025.

Examining the competing visions to develop Northern Australia and link it to thriving Asian economies in the region.

In Search of a Solution in Thailand’s ‘Deep South’

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With the apparent stall in negotiations between the Thai Government and Barisan Revolusi Patani (BRN) over violence in the 'Deep South, ’ one must start considering how long before a solution to this lingering insurgency can be found.

Reflecting on Malaysia’s Election

East Asia and Pacific Media Hub U.S. Department of State, modified, https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Secretary_Kerry_with_Malaysia%27s_Prime_Minister_Najib_%2810206153704%29.jpg

It was never about the election; it was always about what would happen afterwards.

Australia’s Defense Paper: Towards Middle Power or Strategic Withdrawal?

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The Geopoliticalmonitor's Murray Hunter examines what Australia's latest defense white paper means for the country's medium-term security outlook. 

Malaysia and Thailand: Desperately Seeking Success in the Thai Deep South

Malaysia THailand flags, Generated by Google Gemini on July 29, 2025.

Here's what's on the line for the Thai and Malaysian governments in new negotiations over the insurgency in Thailand's southern region.

The Taliban’s New Secret Weapon: Philanthropy and Islamic Education

Generated by Google Gemini on July 29, 2025.

A distinct culture, different from the mainstream "Thai" culture is being nurtured in the relaxed air of Thailand's religious freedom.

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