Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has told the army to shoot to kill anyone who violates strict COVID-19 lockdowns. Has he gone too far, or is this just more of the strong-man machismo that made him so popular? We talk to Sheila Coronel, Professor of Investigative Journalism at the Columbia Journalism School.

Also, why don't Australian prime ministers leave quietly? Australia has had 30 prime ministers since its Federation in 1901. According to political historian Norman Abjorensen they all have one thing in common: a marked reluctance to relinquish power.

Duterte's coronavirus response, plus Australian PMs and power

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Australia is ill prepared for the new reality of climate disasters and the crisis in Sri Lanka, some are calling for an emergency election and what is needed from the international community

Australia is ill-prepared for the new reality of climate disasters and the growing crisis in Sri Lanka

What do people think about Australia’s foreign policy. Results from the 2022 Lowy poll

In troubled times do UN Peacekeepers make a difference?

The challenges for Papua New Guinea as they head to a general election.

What Australians think about foreign policy. How effective are UN Peacekeepers. PNG elections.

Olivier Knox discusses the mostly Republican witness testimony on the January 6th attack on the US Capitol building.

Cindy McCreery looks at CHOGM — the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Rwanda and the organisation's purpose, place and priorities.

Steve Ratuva explains why Australia, and other big powers, are guilty of overlooking and under estimating Pacific Island nation's agency, ability and autonomy.

Jan 6th attack testimony. Commonwealth heads meet in Rwanda. The view from the Pacific.

What it will take for Ukraine to be able to join the EU?

Has Australia has signed up for too many strategic regional groups and dialogues and is it time to review and prioritise?

What’s at stake in battle between the State of Florida and the Disney corporation?

Ukraine’s bid for EU membership. Too many regional strategic groups. The state of Florida vs Disney

Greg Barton reviews Prime Minister Albanese’s official visit to Indonesia.

A blunt assessment of Boris Johnson’s tenure as UK PM.

Would things turn out differently for President Richard Nixon if Watergate occurred today?

Duterte's coronavirus response, plus Australian PMs and power

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