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Northern Ireland 1998 - what can we learn?
In 1998 The Good Friday Agreement was signed in Britain and Ireland, bringing an end to 30 years of violence, murder and religious conflict. How did this come about? and are there lessons we can learn?
Israel Palestine and the move for peace - Is this a tipping point?
The last two months has seen a shift in international politics as Israeli westerns allies move to recognise a Palestinian state. Could this be a historical tipping point in the conflict between Israel and Palestine, like the moment that led
Australian security - Is United States our best option?
Since the end of WW2, the security alliance between Australia and the United States ANZUS has been the cornerstone of our foreign policy and security. And the AUKUS agreement announced in 2021 by Prime Minister Morrison only deepens that al
Drones and how they are changing modern warfare
It was after the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington – that the drone became America’s weapon of choice in war on terror. Unpiloted planes, capable of finding and destroying target on the other side of the world, known
Controlling The Pacific
Since the end of World War II, America has dominated the Pacific, but China’s expanding economy and growing military might is challenging that dominance
Australia’s Green Iron plan
What can Australia do to maintain its mineral wealth in a decarbonising world? Rear Vision drills down into our coal and iron-ore industries. And asks, can Green Iron save us?
The history of the Israeli Settler movement
The Israeli settlements in the occupied territories of the West Bank and East Jerusalem are are illegal under international law. They are a key stumbling block to the creation of a viable Palestinian state. Yet for 50 years they have increa
Rear Vision - The rise of Vladimir Putin
Despite the collapse of the Soviet Union in the 1990's, Vladimir Putin has emerged as a powerful player in world events. How has this happened?
Could the Baltic States be the new Ukraine?
The Baltic States, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – once part of the Soviet Union - are now all members of NATO. But Latvia and Estonia both have large Russian speaking minorities. Analysts worry that Russia could use these minorities as an
War in Ukraine - the military story
The history of the Russia Ukraine conflict. The situation in Ukraine today and why Russia invaded.
Australia's superannuation system
The rise and rise of Australian superannuation. Having now reached the 4 trillion dollar mark we ask, How did we get here? And is our retirement system serving its purpose?
2014 and Ukraine's relationship with Russia
After 1991 Ukraine followed the bumpy path of many post-Soviet states, attempting to forge a modern democracy next door to a powerful neighbour with interest and influence in its internal affairs. The 2014 political crisis in Ukraine turned
The history of immigration and detention in the so-called land of immigrants: United States of America
The United States like to see itself as a nation of immigrants, yet it’s always had a difficult relationship with immigrants. The history of US immigration and detention policy from the nation's founding in 1776 through to Donald Trump.
The assassination of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia
The story behind the assassination of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia on October 16, 2017.
Rare Earth minerals
Rare earth minerals are in the headlines. Their supply and who control’s them, are ringing alarm bells, as Tariff negotiations put world trade on edge. Rear Vision looks into their backstory, their significance, and their role in today's ge
A new Gilded Age
Periods of rapid technological and social unrest are not unique. Over 100 years ago, many of the same conditions existed. What can we learn from this period in American history known as The Gilded Age - and what might it tell us about where
The history of the electric car
100 years ago there were more electric vehicles on the road than gasoline or petrol cars.
Romania at a political crossroads
Last Sunday a far-right anti-European candidate won the first round of the Romanian presidential election with 40 per cent of the vote. The stage is now set for the second-round runoff between the far-right candidate George Simion and the p
Kashmir
Kashmir is a mountainous region bordering India and Pakistan. The Pakistanis will tell you that Kashmir is in the north east corner of Pakistan. The Indians, that it is in the north west corner of India. Today on Rear Vision we take a look
Finland: A mad prepper nation or a role model for all small to medium democracies
As the world becomes an increasingly dangerous and uncertain place – how prepared are we in Australia to face these new challenges? This week on Rear Vision the story of one nation that take security and preparedness very seriously – Finlan
Chocolate - the back story
Chocolate is one of our most popular indulgences but there is a darker side to the industry – one connected with colonialism, the industrial revolution and modern-day slavery.
Donald Trump and the wrecking ball: The end of the world as we know it
Is the liberal international rules-based order – that has underpinned international relations for the past 80 years - about to collapse. The United States once its greatest champion is withdrawing funding from hundreds of international orga
The anti-vaccination movement
While many children miss out on vaccines due to poor health services, some parents choose not to have their children vaccinated. This Rear Vision looks at the political history behind this trend.
Not so tolerant Allies: The story of Canada and the United States
President Trump not only want to make America great, he also wants to make it bigger and incorporating Canada as the 51st state would certainly do that – except for the fact that Canada is a sovereign nation. The story of Canada and the Uni
Trump, trade and tariffs
President Trump loves tariffs but most economists hate them.We look at how tariffs work and what history can tell us about their impact on economies. And the industries protected by them.
Undersea communication cables: Critical infrastructure and vulnerable
Over 95% of the world’s communications travels over undersea cables. In the last few months, in two of the most politically volatile regions of the world, the Baltic Sea and the waters around Taiwan, communication cables have been cut. So j
