Government and Politics of Asia and the Pacific

The politicisation of history in Australia-Asia relations. Southeast Asian politics, Asia-pacific regionalism, state-building in imperial China and the history of diplomacy in East-Asia.

Faculty Research Focus

  • the construction and politicisation of history in contemporary Asia and Australia
  • State-building in post-imperial China
  • Cultural history of diplomacy in East Asia Chinese-Australian studies

Current Projects

  • The transnational history of the Chinese Nationalist Party

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Research Interests

We will consider any research topic that interests potential PhD students; however, students will benefit from researching in areas that align with our strengths. Please contact us to discuss your PhD topic.

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