Senator Van plays a significant role in the discussion of global politics today. His efforts extend to actively improving bilateral relations within the Indo-Pacific region. He holds a master's degree in International Relations from Monash University. Additionally, he is currently studying for his master's in Strategy and Security at UNSW, located at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA). Below, you will find a selection of his academic writings that delve deeply into these critical subjects.

Academic

  • Gender, Security and Conflict

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  • The multilateral trading system and global food security

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  • Kickstarting Australia’s Pacific Step Up: Taking the next logical step.

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  • Do alliances deter aggression by a rising superpower?

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  • The Evolution of Cyber Warfare: From Espionage to Geopolitical Conflicts

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  • Understanding the Grey Zone

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  • The Role of Private Companies in Geopolitical Digital Conflicts

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  • Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Digital Warfare

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  • Protecting Democracy in the Age of Digital Warfare

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  • Russia's Military Posture in Eastern Europe: A View from Down Under

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  • The Grey Zone Dilemma

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  • Bridging the Gap

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