New posts this week: what the budget means to Indo-Aus relations, asymmetrical committments to the relationship, and good times to be had on an Indonesian exchange

Please enjoy reading these new posts:

"Abbott spurning Indonesia's invite confirms relationship trouble," by Tim Lindsey, May 2014.

"First look at the Budget: DFAT Aid and defence," by Alex Oliver, May 2014.

"Grab an exchange of pace," by Iona Main, May 2014.

"Australia needs Indonesia more than it needs us," by Ross Tapsell, May 2014.

And more must reads:

What were the real reasons PM Tony Abbott backed out of a BBQ over at our neighbours' palace?

Local government doesn't always have local's best interests at heart. If you haven't been to Bangka yet, go now before mining makes its irreversible mark.