The Red Line
Episode 79. Myanmar's Crumbling Coup
After a landslide democratic victory, Myanmar fell victim to a coup in 2021. Is it about to plunge into an even more complicated civil war?
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Robbie Sutton
- Sep 23
Debts and Downfalls: Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's new President has to navigate a divided parliament, international debtors, and a population still clamouring for change.
The Red Line
- Sep 1
Flashpoint Pakistan: A Worsening Crisis - Twitter Space Panel
In the middle of the country's worst floods and the political turmoil in Islamabad, Pakistan is approaching a crucial crossroads.
The Red Line
- Aug 5
What Pelosi's Visit to Taiwan Means for US-China Policy
With Nancy Pelosi travelling to Taiwan, it seems the tension between Washington and Beijing has once again ratcheted to a new level.
Robbie Sutton
- Jul 13
Protracted People’s Warfare: Enduring Insurgency in the Philippines
Since the modern Philippine state was born in 1946, the archipelagic nation has experienced unrest, insurgency and at times revolution.
The Red Line
- Jun 13
Episode 71. The New Arms Race for the Indian Ocean
Eighty per cent of the world's trade will pass through the Indian Ocean. Which regional power has the momentum to secure this crucial area?
Robbie Sutton
- May 9
Crisis in Sri Lanka: Gotabaya’s Debts Come Due
Sri Lanka has been experiencing deepening economic crisis since 2020, generating considerable political unrest aimed at President Rajapaksa.
The Red Line
- Apr 24
Pakistan in Political Crisis: Live Twitter Space Panel
Pakistan is in the middle of a huge political crisis, with Imran Khan being forced out of power. Where does the country go from here?
The Red Line
- Mar 6
Episode 64. Bougainville, Papua New Guinea and the Battle for Melanesia
The world's soon to be newest nation Bougainville is stepping out onto the world stage, geopolitically complicating its region.
Daniela Žuvela
- Jan 10
Episode 60. How Terrorist Groups are Funded
Causing international chaos has never been cheaper or easier, with terrorist groups able to gather funding and recruits from across the worl
Red Line Producer
- Dec 26, 2021
Episode 59. Russia's Pacific Strategy: The Forgotten Front
With the major powers pivoting to the Indo-Pacific, Moscow is scrambling to cement its role in the region.
Robbie Sutton
- Nov 30, 2021
Episode 57. Sri Lanka: The End of Neutrality
Sri Lanka has for decades experienced crisis after crisis, but throughout it all remained steadfastly neutral, but can Colombo keep going.
Marisa Rafter
- Nov 21, 2021
Executive Briefing: Indonesia: The Balance of Power in Asia
Indonesia is at the heart of the current great power contest, yet its trade and bilateral relations with the US are severely lacking.
Red Line Producer
- Oct 3, 2021
Episode 53. Vietnam: Frontline of the South China Sea
Vietnam is quickly become the new frontline in the South China Sea, with the nation standing in the direct path of an expansionist China.
Marisa Rafter
- Jun 20, 2021
Executive Briefing: India's Two Front War
India is set to be a world powerhouse. We take a look at their greatest strategic issues and threats over the next few decades.
Red Line Producer
- Jun 13, 2021
Episode 45. Japan and The Quad
Seeking to counter an ever-expanding China, Tokyo has turned abroad in search of allies. Key to this is the revival of The Quad.
Red Line Producer
- Mar 21, 2021
Episode 39. Pakistan's Two Front War
When Obama left office he stated that the potential for Pakistan and India to stumble into nuclear conflict kept him awake above all else.
Marisa Rafter
- Mar 4, 2021
Executive Briefing: Rare Earth Elements
The US supply chain has been broken, and China controls the world's Rare Earth market. The consequences of this cannot be understated
Red Line Producer
- Feb 21, 2021
Episode 37. The Geopolitics of Rare Earths
Rare Earths are used in technology from iPhones to F-35s, and China has a virtual monopoly on their production. We dive into the issue.
Robbie Sutton
- Jan 10, 2021
Episode 34. Could China Conquer Taiwan?
Listen to this episode on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Libsyn RSS Rundown: Xi has thrown down the gauntlet and stated that Taiwan will...
Robbie Sutton
- Nov 15, 2020
Episode 30. The Geopolitics of Indonesia
Listen to this episode on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Libsyn RSS Rundown: With a new cold war between the USA and China looming on the...
Robbie Sutton
- Oct 18, 2020
Episode 28. How to Manipulate an Election (Trump, Murdoch and Brexit)
Free and fair elections are the bedrock of any democracy. Today we discuss the ways in which elections can be manipulated.
Red Line Producer
- Aug 23, 2020
Episode 24. Who is India's Biggest Strategic Enemy?
India is set to be a world powerhouse, on track to take the number one slot in population and top three spot in economic power by 2050.
The Red Line
- Aug 9, 2020
Episode 23. Thailand and the International Drug Trade
Listen to this episode on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Libsyn RSS Rundown: Thailand has for a long time been the centerpiece of South...