United States Studies Centre(USSC)
Auto-generatedThe United States Studies Centre (USSC) is a University of Sydney–based research centre and think tank that conducts research, teaching and public engagement on American foreign policy, politics, economics, technology, and the Australia–US relationship.
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4 upcoming events · 58 past events
Upcoming events
What does the China-Russia-North Korea axis mean for the Indo-Pacific? — Panel (29 Sep 2026, 18:00–19:30 AEST)
Posted: Sep 20, 2026In-person panel discussion on the strategic implications of deepening ties between China, Russia and North Korea for the Indo-Pacific. Speakers include Dr Aparna Pande, Professor Herman Joseph Kraft, Dr Ja Ian Chong and Dr Lavina Lee; moderated by Matthew Knott. Free with registration required.
Can the US and allies loosen China's chokehold on rare earths? — Webinar (30 Sep 2026, 10:00–11:00 AEST)
Posted: Sep 13, 2026Online panel discussing allied efforts to de-risk rare earth supply chains and the policy options for a coordinated allied approach. Speakers: Dr Naoise McDonagh and Genna Lehman; moderated by Hayley Channer. Hosted by the United States Studies Centre (University of Sydney).
The Australia-US alliance in the age of Trump: A national conversation — 6 Oct 2026 6:00-7:30pm (AEDT)
Posted: Sep 8, 2026A moderated, in-person public conversation on the future of the Australia–US alliance in the age of Trump, part of a national series hosted by the United States Studies Centre. The Sydney leg features Professor Benjamin Reilly and will be held under Chatham House Rule.
US midterm elections in focus: how they work and why they matter to Australia
Posted: May 29, 2026Teacher professional development webinar examining the US midterm elections and their implications for Australia. Part of USSC's teacher PD series (delivered with ANU National Security College).