Why is the EU stepping up its engagement in the Indo-Pacific?  

In what ways does the EU collaborate with sub-regions within the Indo-Pacific? How can it diversify its relationship with Australia? 

And how does the EU reconcile with perceptions of it as a neo-colonial character in the Indo-Pacific? 

In this episode, Richard Tibbels joins Rory Medcalf to discuss the Europe Union’s engagement, challenges, and opportunities in the Indo-Pacific, and what it means for Australia.  

Richard Tibbels is the EU Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific.  

Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of ANU National Security College (NSC). His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia.  

Show notes:  

• Securing our Future – national security conference, 9–10 April, 2024: secure your tickets
• EU Indo-Pacific Forum 2024: address from Richard Tibbels, EU Special Envoy to the Indo-Pacific
• EU Special Envoy to the Indo-Pacific Richard Tibbels in conversation with Professor Rory Medcalf
• European Security Strategy 

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