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The Australian Institute of International Affairs is an independent, non-profit organisation promoting interest in and understanding of international affairs in Australia. The AIIA arranges more than 150 lectures and seminars per year across seven Branches, publishes books and journals giving an Australian outlook on international issues. It also runs an active program for young people to engage with international affairs:
AIIA NSW Annual Charteris Dinner - Kevin Rudd
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Latest recommended reading and audio
The Next Ten Years - Philip Adams in discussion on ABC Late Night Live with author and intelligence expert, Dr George Friedman
Pakistan's ISA's links with terror groups. An investigation into calls made on the cellphone of Osama bin Laden's courier reveals why the Americans distrusted Islamabad. New York Times investigation
Book of the Month:
The Airport Economist, by Austrade''s chief economist Tim Harcourt. This is not a new book, but if, like Tim, you spend a lot of time hanging around in airports, this is a good read. From next month we will start reviews of international books. Nominations for international affairs book of the month are welcome.