Australia-Vietnam

Relations, 1973-
2023: Papers and
Presentations by
Carlyle A. Thayer

Thayer Consultancy Bibliography No. 1

June 24, 2023
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Australia-Vietnam Relations, 1973-2023:

Papers and Presentations by Carlyle A. Thayer

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 2
Papers and Presentations on Australia-Vietnam Relations ........................................ 4
Major Conference Papers Delivered in Vietnam ............................................................. 7
Major Papers on Vietnam Delivered in Australia ........................................................ 13
Lectures and Presentations Delivered in Vietnam ...................................................... 18
Presentations on Vietnam Delivered in Australia ....................................................... 21
Other Vietnam-Related Academic Activities .................................................................. 41
Curriculum Vitae ..................................................................................................................... 44
Current: ...................................................................................................................................... 45
Academic Appointments ....................................................................................................... 46
Teaching Responsibilities .................................................................................................... 48
Honours ...................................................................................................................................... 49
Research Grants & Consultancies ...................................................................................... 49
Scholarships .............................................................................................................................. 50
Professional Activities ........................................................................................................... 51

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Introduction

Giáo sư Carlyle Alan Thayer có lẽ là học giả nước ngoài về quan hệ quốc tế được biết
đến nhiều nhất ở Việt Nam. Biết ông đã hơn 20 năm nhưng bây giờ mới được gặp ông
ở quê hương ông, tại nơi ông công tác. Các đánh giá của ông về khu vực vẫn rất sắc
sảo và tinh tế, và ông cũng giúp đào tạo rất nhiều tiến sĩ cho Việt Nam.

Professor Carlyle Alan Thayer is perhaps the best-known foreign scholar of

international relations in Vietnam. I've known him for more than 20 years, but only
now have I met him in his hometown, where he works. His assessments of the region
are still very sharp and subtle, and he also helped train many PhDs for Vietnam.

Nguyen Hung Son, Vice President, Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (May 25, 2023)

On May 10, 2023, I was invited by Australia’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Andrew

Goledzinowski, to join the 50 Stories Project to mark the 50th Anniversary of Australia-
Vietnam Relations. The 50 Stories Project will “highlight the significant and long-
standing contribution of… Australian expats in Vietnam to the Australia-Vietnam
bilateral relationship… As one of the most recognized and valued contributors to the
bilateral relationship over many years, your participation in this project would be
significant and highly appreciated. I hope you will agree to your story being published
as a short media profile.”

I agreed. By way of preparation, I reviewed my Curriculum Vitae for all relevant

information covering the years from 1973 to 2023. I was interviewed on 9 June for
ninety minutes. The interview will form the basis for a 500-word profile to be
published on the home page of the Australian Embassy in Hanoi.

During the interview I made two points about my contribution to Australia-Vietnam

relations. First, I was there at the beginning. And second, my role as an academic was
to inform Australians – government officials, Australian Defence Force personnel,
academics, think tanks, special interest groups and the media – about Vietnam. At the
same time, my role included informing Vietnamese – government officials, members
of the Vietnam People’s Army, academics, researchers and the media – about
Australia.

At the beginning. I was a PhD Research Scholar in the Department of International

Relations, Research School of Pacific Studies at The Australian National University in
Canberra from November 1971 until December 1974. I wrote my PhD thesis on
decision-making in the Vietnam Workers’ Party, later renamed the Vietnam
Communist Party.

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In December 1972, the Whitlam Labor Government was elected to office. A month
later the Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring the Peace in Vietnam was
signed in Paris. In February 1973, the Australian Government recognized the
Democratic Republic of Vietnam (DRV, North Vietnam).

At that time, I was a member of the Australia-Vietnam Society (AVS). In that capacity
I joined other members at the Canberra Airport in 1973 to welcome Nguyen Dy Nien,
the DRV’s first diplomatic representative to Australia. Subsequently, the AVS met with
visiting delegations from the DRV and hosted social activities for Vietnamese students.
I first visited reunified Vietnam in August 1981 as a member of a four-person
Australian academic delegation.

Academic role. This Bibliography brings together for the first time a comprehensive
detailed inventory of 394 academic papers and presentations on Australia-Vietnam
relations sub-divided into six categories:

1. Thirty-one academic papers and presentations focused on bilateral Australia-

Vietnam relations since 1980 (not including academic publications such as
monographs, journal articles and book chapters);

2. Forty-four major academic conference papers delivered in Vietnam on all matter

of subjects of interest to my hosts since 2004;

3. Forty-six major academic papers on Vietnam delivered in Australia since 1974;

4. Twenty-nine lectures and presentations given to workshops, seminars and other

venues in Vietnam since 1981;

5. Two hundred and thirteen lectures and presentations on Vietnam delivered to a

wide audience in Australia since 1973; and

6. Thirty-one Vietnam-related academic activities (chair, commentator, convenor,

discussant, moderator, rapporteur etc.)

Next, the Bibliography includes a tailored Curriculum Vitae to illustrate my academic

career, teaching responsibilities, honours, research grants and consultancies,
scholarships, and professional activities as a Southeast Asia regional specialist with
special expertise on Vietnam.

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Papers and Presentations on Australia-Vietnam Relations

1. “The 50 Year Transformation of Australia-Vietnam Relations,” Asialink, University

of Melbourne, June 9, 2023. https://asialink.unimelb.edu.au/insights/the-50-
year-transformation-of-australia-vietnam-relations.
2. Vietnam and Australia: Strategic Partners, 2018-2023: A Reader, Reader No. 7
(Canberra: Thayer Consultancy, April 22, 2023), 37pp.
https://www.scribd.com/document/640131109/Thayer-Vietnam-and-Australia-
Strategic-Partners-2018-2023-A-Reader.
3. “Giáo sư Thayer: VN-Australia có quan điểm chung trong nhiều vấn đề,”
VietnamPlus, February 27, 2018, https://www.vietnamplus.vn/giao-su-thayer-
vnaustralia-co-quan-diem-chung-trong-nhieu-van-de/489785.vnp.

4. “Australia-VN to raise relations to a strategic partnership,” Viet Nam News,

February 26, 2018, http://vietnamnews.vn/politics-laws/423333/australia-vn-to-
raise-relations-to-a-strategic-partnership.html#K25I6T84XZF2axD1.99.

5. “Australia-VN to raise relations to Strategic Partnership: Aussie Prof,” Vietnam

News Agency, Sydney, VietnamnPlus, February 26, 2018,
https://en.vietnamplus.vn/australiavn-to-raise-relations-to-strategic-
partnership-aussie-prof/126990.vnp.

6. “Why aren’t Australia and Vietnam strategic partners?” The Interpreter (Lowy
Institute for International Affairs), March 17, 2017.

7. “Australia and Vietnam: Engaging the Region,” Presentation to Australia-Vietnam

1.5 Track Defence Dialogue, Vietnam People’s Army Guest House, Hanoi, Vietnam,
May 22, 2015.

8. “Australia-Vietnam Relations: Advancing the Comprehensive Partnership,”

Keynote Address II to International Conference on Australia-Asia Relations under
Prime Minister Tony Abbott, sponsored by the Department of Diplomacy, National
Cheng Chi University, International Conference Auditorium, General Building of
Colleges Taipei, Taiwan, March 31-April 1, 2015.

9. “The Australia-Vietnam Bilateral Relationship,” Australia-Vietnam Track 1.5

Defence Dialogue, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Canberra, April 28, 2014.
10. “Building a Comprehensive Partnership,” 40th Anniversary of Australia-Vietnam
Relations, The Canberra Times, February 25, 2013, 12.
11. “The Australia-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership,” Paper to Beyond East-West
Dialogues: Implications for Research and Knowledge Production, 3rd International
Conference on Engaging with Vietnam, co-sponsored by Monash University;
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International Studies Department, University of Social Sciences and Humanities,

Vietnam National University; Australian Embassy in Vietnam; and Vietnam
Airlines, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 4-5, 2011.

12. “Australia and Vietnam Backdrop Dynamics: Demographic and Generational

Change, Economic and Political Modernization, and Evolving Security Trajectories
and Long-term Implications for Regional Security and Relations with the United
States,” Paper presented to Future US Alliance Dynamics and Strategic Postures in
East Asia, sponsored by the Strategic Assessment Group, Directorate of
Intelligence, U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, organized by Centra Technology,
Inc., Alexandria, Virginia, United States, April 16-17, 2003.

13. Vietnam Country Strategy. Consultancy Report No. 7493 (Canberra: Australian
Agency for International Development, July 1998), 15pp.

14. “Vấn Đề Nhân Quyền Giữa Úc, Việt Nam [Human Rights Matters Between
Australia, Vietnam],” Bản tin tham khảo Quan Hệ Quốc Tế (International Relations
Reference Bulletin) no. 8 (Hanoi: Institute of International Relations, August 15,
1994), 57-60.

15. Vietnam’s Developing Ties with the Region: The Case for Defence Cooperation.
ADSC Working Paper no. 24 (Canberra: Australian Defence Studies Centre,
Australian Defence Force Academy, June 1994), 27pp.

16. “Human Rights Matters Come between Australia, Vietnam,” Pacific Research
[Peace Research Centre, The Australian National University], February 1994, vol.
7, no. 1, pp. 34-35.

17. “Human Rights Matters Come between Australia, Vietnam,” The Australian
Financial Review, January 12, 1994, 12.
18. “Avstraliia i V’etnam: torgovlia, investitsii, politika” [Australia and Vietnam:
Commerce, Investment and Politics], in E. P. Glazunov, G. G. Kadymov, V. M.
Mazyrin and E. A. Fomicheva, eds., Strany Indokitaia v mezhdunarodnom
ekonomicheskom sotrudnichestve: vozmozhnosti i perspektivy [The Countries of
Indochina and International Economic Co-operation: Possibilities and Prospects]
(Moskva: Mezhdunarodnyi Tsentr Nauchno-tekhnicheskoi Informatsii i
Assotsiatsiia Indokitaistov, 1993), 56–63.
19. “Visit by PM Marks a High Point in Bilateral Relations,” The Australian Financial
Review, Survey Vietnam, June 16, 1993, 33.

20. “Australia and Vietnam: Trade, Investment and Aid,” Paper presented to the 1st
International Symposium on The Countries of Indochina and International
Economic Co-operation: Potentialities and Prospects, organized by the Association
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of Soviet Indo-Sinologists and the International Centre for Scientific and Technical
Information, Moscow, Russian Federation, April 13-17, 1992.

21. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy: Implications for Australia,” Lecture, Advanced Staff
College Course, Royal Australian Air Force, RAAF Base, Fairbairn, May 6, 1988.

22. “Contemporary Vietnam and the Labor Policy,” Address to the Defence and
Foreign Affairs Committee, Australian Labor Party (A.C.T. Branch), Labor Club,
Belconnen, A.C.T., April 27, 1988.

23. “Indo-China and the Labor Party,” Seminar, Department of International Relations,
Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., March 13, 1986.

24. “Vietnam and Australia: Squaring Regional and Bilateral Relationships,” Paper to
the Conference on Destiny in Asia? Australia and ASEAN, organised by the Centre
for Continuing Education, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
October 31 - November 2, 1984.

25. “Vietnamese Foreign Policy: Implications for Australia and the Southeast Asian
Region,” Lecture, Advanced Staff College Course, Royal Australian Air Force, RAAF
Base, Fairbairn, A.C.T., May 30, 1984.

26. Vietnam Since 1975 – Two Views from Australia. CSAAR Research Paper no. 20
(Brisbane: Centre for the Study of Australian-Asian Relations, Griffith University,
1982), 70pp. (with David G. Marr).

27. “Social Scientists Visit Vietnam and Kampuchea,” Vietnam Today [Canberra:
Australia-Vietnam Society], (May 1982), no. 21, 7-10.

28. “Australia's Relations with Vietnam, 1972-81,” Seminar presentation, Institute of

Economics, Vietnam Social Sciences Committee (Ủy Ban Khoa Học Xã Hội Việt
Nam), Hanoi, August 21, 1981.

29. “Vietnam's Foreign Policies (1975-1979): Implications for Australia,” Evidence and
Written Submission to the Commonwealth of Australia, Parliamentary Joint
Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence, Subcommittee on Indo-China,
Commonwealth Government Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, June 13, 1980.

30. “Australia and Vietnam, 1950-1980, Part II, From Conciliation to Condemnation,
1972-1980,” Dyason House Papers [Australian Institute of International Affairs],
(March 1980), vol. 6, no. 3, 5-12.

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31. “The Indochina Conflicts and Australia,” Paper to the Panel on The International
Implications of the Indochina Conflicts, 32nd Annual Meeting of the Association of
Asian Studies, held at the Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C., United States,
March 21-23, 1980.

Major Conference Papers Delivered in Vietnam

1. “Global Impacts on Southeast Asia,” Lecture 7 to Southeast Asia’s Economic

Integration Amid Global Turbulence, Public Policy Seminar, YSEALI (Young
Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative) Academy, Fulbright University Vietnam, Ho Chi
Minh City, Vietnam, January 10, 2023.

2. “The Geopolitics of Southeast Asia,” Lecture 5 to Southeast Asia’s Economic

Integration Amid Global Turbulence, Public Policy Seminar, YSEALI (Young
Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative) Academy, Fulbright University Vietnam, Ho Chi
Minh City, Vietnam, January 10, 2023.

3. “The Quad and AUKUS: A Challenge to or Reinforcement of ASEAN-Centrality?”

Presentation to Session 3, “Glowing Vista: Synergizing New Momentum from
Regional Minilateralism,” 14th South China Sea International Conference:
Undisrupted Sea, Undisrupted Peace, Undisrupted Recovery, sponsored by the
Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Da Nang, Vietnam, November 16-17, 2022.

4. “Force Modernization in Vietnam: Building a Streamlined and Strong Army by

2025 and a Revolutionary, Regular, Advanced and Modern People’s Army by
2030,” Presentation to U.S.-Vietnam Security Dialogue, co-hosted by Pacific Forum
International, with support from the U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency, and
the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam, August 3-5, 2022.

5. “Vietnam’s Security Environment in the New Era,” Keynote Presentation to

Emerging Vietnam 2022: A New Tiger Arises, Ho Chi Minh City Securities
Corporation, Le Meridien Saigon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, June 15-16,
2022.

6. “Geopolitics: U.S. Responses to China's Economic Inducements and Grey Zone

Operations – Implications for Vietnam,” Presentation to Vietnam Access Days
conference hosted by Viet Capital Securities Joint Stock Company, Ho Chi Minh
City, Vietnam, March 15-17, 2022.

7. “ASEAN and the Quad in the Regional Architecture,” Presentation to the 13th South
China Sea Conference on “Looking Back to a Brighter Future,” hosted by the
Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 19, 2021.

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8. “Sino-Vietnamese Relations, Sino-US Relations and Regional Security,”

Presentation to Emerging Vietnam 2021: Moving Beyond COVID Virtual
Conference, hosted by Ho Chi Minh Securities Corporation (HSC), Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam, July 7, 2021.

9. “Rules Based Order in the Indo-Pacific: China, ASEAN, Littoral States and the
United States,” Presentation to Session 2, “The Roles of Middle Powers, Quad and
ASEAN in Supporting a Rules-Based Order in the Indo-Pacific,” Vietnam-Australia
Track 1.5 Dialogue on Maritime Security Issues, hosted by the Diplomatic Academy
of Vietnam, and co-sponsored by La Trobe Asia and Australia’s Department of
Foreign Affairs and Trade, Video Conference, Hanoi, Vietnam, May 20-21, 2021.

10. “After Trump: Sino-Vietnamese Relations, Sino-US Relations and Regional

Security,” Video Presentation to HSC Securities, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam,
November 17, 2020.

11. “Building Codes to Prevent Incidents at Sea: What the ASEAN-China Draft Code of
Conduct Tells Us,” Paper presented to Session 5, Maintaining Peace and
Cooperation Through Time of Turbulence, 12th International Conference on the
South China Sea, Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 17,
2020.

12. “Geopolitical Situation: US-China-Vietnam,” Keynote Presentation to 4th Vietnam

Investment Professionals Forum 2019, co-hosted by MB Securities, Dragon Capital
and VinGroup, Vinpearl Nam, Hoi An, Vietnam, November 15-17, 2019.

13. “The South China Sea in Multilateral Forums: Five Case Studies,” Presentation to
Session 4 Plenary, South China Sea in Multilateral Forums, 11th South China Sea
International Conference on Cooperation for Regional Security and Development,
co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Foundation for East Sea
Studies and Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Pan Pacific Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam,
November 6-7, 2019.

14. “Order and Disorder in the South China Sea: Recap and Forward,” Presentation to
Session 8, Order and Disorder in the South China Sea: Recap and Forward, The
Tenth South China Sea International Conference on Cooperation for Regional
Security and Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam,
Foundation for East Sea Studies and the Viet Nam Lawyers’ Association, Da Nang,
Vietnam, November 8-9, 2018.

15. "From Confidence Building, Preventive Diplomacy and Dispute Resolution to the
ASEAN-China South China Sea Code of Conduct,” Presentation to Session 6,
Confidence Building, Preventive Diplomacy and Dispute Resolution, The Tenth
South China Sea International Conference on Cooperation for Regional Security
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and Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam,

Foundation for East Sea Studies and the Viet Nam Lawyers’ Association, Da Nang,
Vietnam, November 8-9, 2018.

16. “Law Enforcement in the South China Sea: The Role of Regional Coast Guards,”
Presentation to 9th International Conference on the South China Sea, co-
sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Viet Nam, Foundation for East Sea
Studies and Viet Nam Lawyers’ Association, Nikko Sai Gon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam, November 27-28, 2017.

17. “Australia and China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Economic Opportunities and Geo-
Strategic Concerns,” Presentation to Conference on China’s Belt and Road
Initiative, co-sponsored by Vietnam National University, University of Social
Sciences and Humanities and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Hilton Hotel Opera,
Hanoi, Vietnam, October 6, 2017.

18. “Major Powers: Future Intentions and Policies in the Region,” Presentation to the
Vietnam-Australia 1.5 Track Defence Dialogue, Ministry of National Defence,
Hanoi, Vietnam, May 18, 2017.

19. “Vietnam’s Proactive International Integration: Case Studies in Defence

Cooperation,” Presentation to Sustainable Development in the Context of Global
Change, Fifth International Conference on Vietnamese Studies, to Section 1
Foreign Relations, International Cooperation and Integration, National Convention
Center, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 15-16, 2016.

20. “Sovereignty Assertion in the South China Sea: Militarization and the Construction
of Artificial Islands,” Presentation to International Workshop on The Legal Status
of Islands and Rocks in International Law and Practice in the East Sea, co-hosted
by Pham Van Dong University and Nha Trang University, Nha Trang, Vietnam,
August 18, 2016.

21. “The Role of Arbitration in the Settlement of Maritime Disputes in the South China
Sea,” Presentation to the International Conference on the Law of the Sea, Legal
Issues Relating to Awards of the Arbitral Tribunal Established Under Annex VII of
UNCLOS 1982, organized by the University of Law Ho Chi Minh City and the
Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Reunification Palace, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam,
July 23, 2016.

22. “New Model of Major Power Relations: China-U.S. Global Cooperation and
Regional Contention,” Presentation to Session 1: Sino-US Relations in the Asia-
Pacific: New Dynamics, International Conference on ASEAN and China–US
Relations: New Security Dynamics and Regional Implications, co-sponsored by the

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Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Sheraton

Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam, March 10, 2016.

23. “The Code of Conduct in the South China Sea and Beyond: Foolish Consistency or
Holy Grail?” Presentation to the 7th South China Sea International Conference,
Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, co-sponsored by the
Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Foundation for East Sea Studies and Viet Nam
Lawyers’ Association, The Imperial Hotel, Vung Tau, Vietnam, November 23-24,
2015.

24. “The Present Role and Position of Unified Vietnam in the International System,”
Paper presented to International Conference on “40 Years of National Unification
with the Cause of Reform (Doi Moi), Development and International Integration
of Vietnam,” sponsored by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, Hanoi,
Vietnam, April 27, 2015.

25. “Vietnamese Diplomacy, 1975-2015: From Member of the Socialist Camp to

Proactive International Integration,” Paper presented to International Conference
on “Vietnam 1975-2015: Reunification, Integration and Development,” sponsored
by the University of Social Sciences and Humanities-Hanoi, University of Social
Sciences and Humanities-Hue, University of Social Sciences and Humanities-Ho Chi
Minh City, and Thu Dau Mot University, Binh Duong City, Vietnam, April 24-25,
2015.

26. “Fishing Fleets and Other Maritime Commercial and Scientific Activities,”
Presentation to Session 2 – Maritime Forces and Players, The 6th International
South China Sea Conference, Cooperation for Regional Security and Development,
co-sponsored by Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Foundation for East Sea Studies
and Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Pullman Hotel, Da Nang, Vietnam, November
17-18, 2014.

27. “Navigating Uncharted Waters: Maritime Confidence Building Measures and the
Expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum,” Presentation to Topic 3, EAMF: Enhancing
Regional Maritime Security, Freedom of Safety of Navigation through Pactical
Implementation of Confidence Building Measures as well as Regional Instruments
to Prevent and Manage Incidents at Sea, 3rd ASEAN Expanded Maritime Forum,
Furama Resort Hotel, Da Nang, Vietnam, August 28, 2014.

28. “An ‘Early Harvest’ Package for the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea,”
Presentation to International Conference on the East Sea Disputes, sponsored by
Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, July 25-26, 2014.

29. “The Paracel Islands Dispute: Geo-Strategic Issues and the Role of International
Law in Promoting Cooperation,” Paper presented to international conference on
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Paracel-Spratly Archipelagos: Historical Truth, co-sponsored by the University of

Da Nang and Pham Van Dong University, Da Nang, Vietnam, June 19-21, 2014.

30. “Why the Dien Bien Phu Victory Led to the Partition of Vietnam at the 1954
Geneva Conference,” Paper Presented to the International Conference on From
Dien Bien Phu to Geneva Accords: An International Perspective, co-sponsored by
the Embassy of France in Vietnam and the University of Social Sciences and
Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam, May 6-7, 2014.

31. “The Significance of the Dien Bien Phu Victory and The 1954 Geneva Agreements,”
Paper Presented to the International Conference on Dien Bien Phu Victory – The
Power of the Nation and the Height of the Time, sponsored by the Vietnam
Academy of Social Sciences, Hanoi, Vietnam, May 5, 2014.

32. “Vietnam Commits to Peacekeeping,” Presentation to Vietnam National Seminar,

Contributing to Peace Operations: Experiences, Challenges and Priorities, co-
sponsored by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Stockholm International Peace Research
Institute, and the University of Social Sciences and Humanities Vietnam National
University, Hanoi, Vietnam, April 14, 2014.

33. “South China Sea Developments in 2013: ASEAN Unity Restored, Sino-Philippine
Tensions and ASEAN-China Consultations on a Code of Conduct,” Presentation to
the 5th International Workshop on The South China Sea: Cooperation for Regional
Security and Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam
and Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Melia Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 11-12,
2013.

34. “The Philippines’ Claim to the UNCLOS Arbitral Tribunal: Implications for Viet
Nam,” Presentation to International Workshop on The Sovereignty Over Paracel
and Spratly Archipelagoes – Historical and Legal Aspects, Pham Van Dong
University, Quang Ngai City, Vietnam, April 27-28, 2013.

35. “Major Power Future Intentions and Policies in the Region,” Presentation to
Australia-Vietnam 1.5 Track Dialogue, co-sponsored by the Institute for Strategic
Studies, Ministry of National Defence and International Policy Division,
Department of Defence, Hanoi, Vietnam, March 12, 2013.

36. “Vietnam on the Road to Global Integration: Forging Strategic Partnerships

Through International Security Cooperation,” Keynote Paper to the Opening
Plenary Session, Vietnam on the Road to Integration and Sustainable
Development, 4th International Vietnamese Studies Conference, co-sponsored by
the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences and Vietnam, Hanoi, November 26-28,
2012.

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37. “China’s Naval Modernization and U.S. Strategic Rebalancing: Implications for
Stability in the South China Sea,” Paper to The South China Sea: Cooperation for
Regional Security and Development, 4th International Workshop on the South
China Sea, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Vietnam
Lawyers’ Association, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, November 18-21, 2012.

38. “Will the Guidelines to Implement the DOC Lessen Tensions in the South China
Sea? An Assessment of Developments Before and After Their Adoption,” Paper to
3rd International Workshop on the South China Sea, co-sponsored by the Vietnam
Lawyers’ Association and Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam,
November 3-5, 2011.

39. “Vietnam’s Relations with China and the United States, “Paper presented to Hội
Thảo Quốc Tế Vai Trò của Việt Nam Trong Khu Vực Châu Á-Thái Bình Dương
(International Conference on the Role of Vietnam in the Asia-Pacific), co-
sponsored by Trường Đại học Khoa học Xã hội và Nhân văn, Đại học Quốc gia and
the Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung, Faculty of International Studies, University of Social
Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 10, 2010.

40. “Recent Developments in the South China Sea: Implications for Regional Peace
and Prosperity,” Paper presented to the 2nd International Workshop on the South
China Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, co-sponsored by
the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, New
World Saigon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, November 12-13, 2010.

41. “Recent Developments in the South China Sea – Implications for Peace, Stability
and Cooperation in the Region,” Paper presented to International Workshop on
“The South China Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security and Development,” co-
organised by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Vietnam Lawyers’
Association, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 27-28, 2009.

42. “The Structure of Vietnam-China Relations, 1991-2008,” Paper for Hội Thảo Quốc
Tế về Việt Nam Học Lần Thứ Ba (3rd International Conference on Vietnamese
Studies), “Vietnam: Integration and Development,” sponsored by the National
University of Hanoi and Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, My Dinh
International Conference Center, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 4-7, 2008.

43. “The Changing Regional Geopolitical Landscape: Implications for Vietnam,” Paper
to Second High Level Roundtable Meeting, Assistance to the 20 Year Review of Doi
Moi in Viet Nam Project, co-sponsored by the United Nations Development
Programme, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences and Swedish International
Development Cooperation Agency, Melia Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam, June 30-July 1,
2005.

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44. “Vietnam in ASEAN: Multilateralism and Relations with Great Powers,” Keynote
Paper to Vietnam on the Road to Development and Integration: Tradition and
Modernity, 2nd International Conference on Vietnamese Studies, National Center
for Social Sciences and Humanities of Vietnam, Vietnam National University, and
the Ford Foundation, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, July 14-16, 2004.

Major Papers on Vietnam Delivered in Australia

1. “Vietnam’s 13th National Party Congress: Exceptional and Unprecedented,”

Australian Outlook (Australian Institute of International Affairs), February 4,
2021.

2. “Vietnam and the South China Sea,” Presentation to Vietnam Update 2018, co-
sponsored by Department of Political and Social Change and Strategic and
Defence Studies Centre, Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs, ANU College
of Asia and the Pacific, The Australian National University and the Department
of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 13, 2018.

3. “China’s Decade Long Hybrid War Against Vietnam, 1977-1987,” Paper to

Hybrid Warfare in the Indo-Pacific – Issues and Options for Allied Defense
Planners, hosted by Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments and
Strategic Forum, Closed International Workshop, Commonwealth Club,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 12, 2018.

4. “Maritime Security: South China Sea and Developing a Code of Conduct,”

Presentation to Australia-Vietnam 1.5 Track Dialogue 2018, East Hotel,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 19-20, 2018.

5. “Political Review: Vietnam in 2017,” Presentation to Vietnam Update 2017,

Department of Political and Social Change, Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific
Affairs, ANU College of Asia and the Pacific, The Australian National University,
Hedley Bull Building, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 20, 2017.

6. “Towards the 12th National Party Congress,” Presentation to 2015 Vietnam

Update, “Re-imaging Development in Vietnam,” College of the Asia and the
Pacific, The Australian National University, Canberra, Australia, November 12-
13, 2015.

7. “Viet Nam Political Update 2014,” Presentation to 2014 Viet Nam Update,
Connected and Disconnected in Viet Nam, co-sponsored by the Department of
Foreign Affairs and Trade and the ANU College of Asia & the Pacific, The
Australian National University, Canberra, Australia, December 1-2, 2014.
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8. “The Vietnam People’s Army: Victory at Home (1975), Success in Cambodia

(1989),” Paper to Armies in Victory and Defeat: Armies in the Aftermath of
Conflict, 17th Chief of Army Military History Conference, National Convention
Centre, Canberra, Australia, September 30-October 1, 2010.

9. “Political Legitimacy of the One-Party State: Challenges and Responses,”

Vietnam Update 2009 Conference on Migration Nation, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 19-20, 2009.

10. “Vietnam: Political Overview,” Presentation to conference on Vietnam Update

2008: Labour in Vietnam, co-sponsored by Research School of Pacific and Asian
Studies, The Australian National University and the Institute of Southeast Asian
Studies (Singapore), University House Common Room, The Australian National
University, Canberra, Australia, November 6-7, 2008.

11. “Vietnam: Development, Democracy and the APEC Process” Presentation to

conference hosted by Amnesty International and the Vietnamese Community
in Australia, Bonnyrig, New South Wales, Australia, November 18, 2006.

12. “Recent Political Developments: Vietnam in 2002,” Paper to Vietnam Update

2002, co-sponsored by Department of Political and Social Change, Division of
Politics and International Relations, Research School of Pacific and Asian
Studies, The Australian National University and the Institute of Southeast Asian
Studies (Singapore), Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 28-29, 2002.

13. “The French in Indochina: The Political Background to the Conflict,” Paper to
conference on Air Power and Wars of National Liberation, RAAF History
Conference 2002, sponsored by the RAAF Aerospace Centre, National
Convention Centre, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 30, 2002.

14. “Regime Maintenance in Vietnam,” Paper to conference on Regime Change

and Regime Maintenance in Asia and the Pacific, Department of Political and
Social Change, Division of Politics and International Relations, Research School
of Pacific and Asian Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, February 12-13, 2002.

15. “The ‘Four Typhoons’: Political Developments in Vietnam”, Paper presented to

‘Urban Tiger! Everyday Life and Cultural Change in Urban Vietnam’, Vietnam
Update ’98 Conference, Department of Political and Social Change, Research
School of Pacific and Asian Studies, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, December 3-4, 1998.

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16. “Vietnam and Cambodia: Issues in Sino-Australia Relations, 1985-95”, in Colin

Mackerras, ed., Australia and China: Partners in Asia (Melbourne: Macmillan
Education Australia, 1996), 43-56.

17. “International Relations and Security,” Paper to Vietnam Update 1996

conference sponsored by the Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, The
Australian National University, University House, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
December 5-6, 1996.

18. “Armed Forces and Society in Vietnam,” Presentation to Australian Defence

Studies Centre and Inter-University Seminar on Armed Forces and Society,
international conference on The Sociology of Armed Forces in Southeast Asia,
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 6-7, 1996.

19. “Vietnam and Cambodia: Issues in Sino-Australian Relations, 1972-1995”,

paper to conference on Sino-Australian Relations: The Record, 1985-1995,
Centre for the Study of Australia-Asia Relations, Griffith University, Nathan,
Queensland, Australia, June 28-29, 1995.

20. “Strategic Planning: Providing Education and Training Links for the Long-Term
— Vietnam,” Paper to the 4th annual conference on Internationalising
Education and Training, organized by AIC Conferences, The Regent Hotel,
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, September 19-20, 1994.

21. “Political Developments in Vietnam,” Paper to Vietnam Update 1993,

sponsored by Division of Asian and Pacific History and Department of Political
and Social Change, Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, December 3, 1993.

22. “Coping With China: Vietnam’s Strategic Readjustment,” Paper to Workshop

on China as a Great Power in the Asia Pacific: Myths and Realities, co-
sponsored by Northeast Asia Program, Research School of Pacific Studies, The
Australian National University and Asian Research Centre, Murdoch University,
held at The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
December 2–3, 1993.

23. “Vietnam’s Program of Renovation,” Paper to Conference on Economic

Development and Legal Change in Vietnam: Recent Developments and Future
Prospects, Centre for Comparative Constitutional Studies, The University of
Melbourne Law School, Carlton, Victoria, Australia, November 8–9, 1993.

24. “Vietnam: Political and Social Change in the Last Five Years,” Paper to
Conference on Vietnam: Which Way Now, sponsored by Asia-Pacific Research

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Institute, Macquarie University, Sunny Brook Travelodge Convention Centre,

Warwick Farm, New South Wales., Australia, February 27, 1993.

25. “Political Democratization in Vietnam: Candidate Selection for the 9th National
Assembly,” Paper to International Conference on The Developmental
Prospects of East Asian Socialism – The ‘Four Little Dragons’ or Eastern
Europe? Transformation of Communist Systems Project, Contemporary China
Centre, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, January
13-15, 1993.

26. “Institutional Change: Background to the Vietnamese Economic Reforms,”

Paper to Conference on Indochinese Development, Macquarie University,
North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia, November 13-14, 1992.

27. “Political Developments in Vietnam: Constitutional Change and Elections,”

Paper to Vietnam Update 1992, sponsored by Division of Asian and Pacific
History and Department of Political and Social Change, Research School of
Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
November 6, 1992.

28. “Political Democratisation in Vietnam: Do Elections Really Matter?” Paper to

East Asian Socialism Section, Australasian Association for the Study of the
Socialist Countries, The Australian National University, Contemporary China
Centre, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, October 3, 1992.

29. “The Corner Stone Crumbles: Vietnam and the Former States of the Soviet
Union,” Paper to 34th Annual Conference, Australasian Political Studies
Association, Canberra, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, September 30th-October 2nd, 1992.

30. “Political Developments in Vietnam: From the 6th to 7th National Party
Congress,” Paper to Vietnam 1991: An Update, conference sponsored by the
Department of Human Geography, Division of Pacific and Asian History, and
the Department of Political and Social Change, Research School of Pacific
Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
October 25, 1991.

31. “Political Reform in Vietnam: Doi Moi and the Emergence of Civil Society,”
Paper to the 33rd Annual Conference of the Australasian Political Studies
Association, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, Australia, July 17, 1991.

32. “Vietnam: A Critical Assessment,” Paper to the 1st International Conference

on Defence and the Media in Time of Limited Conflict, Queensland University
of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, April 3-5, 1991.
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33. “Renovation and Vietnamese Society: The Changing Roles of Government and
Administration,” Paper to Doi Moi - Vietnam’s Economic Renovation: Policy &
Performance, Conference convened by the Research School of Pacific Studies,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 19-
21, 1990.

34. “The Refugee Exodus from Vietnam: Why the Outflow Continues,” Paper to
the Symposium on Refugees in the Modern World, sponsored by the
Department of Political Science, The Faculties, The Australian National
University, Haydon-Allen Lecture Theatre, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 23,
1989.

35. “Vietnamese ‘Refugees’: Why the Outflow Continues,” Paper to the National
Forum on Sea Changes: New Directions in the Indo-China Crisis, sponsored by
the Refugee Council of Australia, Conference Centre of the Mission of St. James
and St. John, West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, May 15, 1989.

36. “Security Issues in Southeast Asia: The Third Indochina War,” Paper to
Conference on Security and Arms Control in the North Pacific, co-sponsored
by the Peace Research Centre, the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre and
the Department of International Relations, Research School of Pacific Studies,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 12-14,
1987.

37. “The Origins of the Second Indochina War, 1954-1960,” Paper to Conference
on Australia and the Vietnam War, Macquarie University, North Ryde, New
South Wales, Australia, April 27-30, 1987.

38. “Regularization of Military Bureaucratic Regimes: From Symbiosis to Coalition

— The Case of Vietnam,” Paper to panel on Military Bureaucratic Regimes,
Sixth Biennial Conference of the Asian Studies Association of Australia, held at
The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, May 11-16,
1986.

39. “Political Development in Vietnam, 1975-85,” Paper to a National Conference

on Vietnam - Ten Years On, organised by The Australia-Vietnam Society held
at the Graphic Arts Centre, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, July 6-7, 1985.

40. “Indochina and ASEAN: The Trend Towards Dialogue?” Paper to the Third
Australia-Indonesia Seminar sponsored by the Department of Foreign Affairs,
held at Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, Australia, July 16-17, 1984.

41. “Three Revolutionary Currents: Vietnamese Perspectives on International

Security,” Paper to a Conference on Asian Perspectives on International
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Security, sponsored by the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The

Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 11-14, 1983.

42. “The Political Influence of the Military in Vietnam,” Paper to Inter-Regional

Panel on Political Influence of the Military in Asia, Fourth Biennial Conference
of the Asian Studies Association of Australia, held at Monash University,
Clayton, Victoria, Australia, May 10-14, 1982.

43. “The Refugee Exodus from Vietnam: Background Factors,” Paper to a National
Conference on The Indochinese Refugee Situation, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, July 30-31, 1979.

44. “Development Strategies in Vietnam: The Fourth National Congress of the

Vietnam Communist Party,” Paper to the 19th Annual Conference of the
Australasian Political Studies Association, held at The University of New
England, Armidale, New South Wales, Australia, August 22-24, 1977.

45. “Revolutionary Elites in Southern Viet-Nam: Political Biography,” Paper to the

First Conference of the Asian Studies Association of Australia, held at The
University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia, May 14-16, 1976.

46. “Origins of the National Front for the Liberation of South Vietnam, 1954-1960:
Debate on Unification Within the Vietnam Workers’ Party,” Paper to the 16th
Annual Conference of the Australasian Political Studies Association, held at
The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland, Australia, July 19-22,
1974.

Lectures and Presentations Delivered in Vietnam

1. Presentation to “Carl Thayer’s Thoughts on Vietnam Politics,” Webinar hosted by

the Viet Capital Securities Joint Stock Company, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam,
January 19, 2023.

2. Professor Carl Thayer, University of New South Wales, Australia interviewed on

multipolarity and world order, Dấu ấn 2022, Vietnam National Television VTV1,
Hanoi, Vietnam, December 30, 2022.

3. Carl Thayer, University of New South Wales Australia, interviewed by Nguyen

Minh, Vietnam News Agency on role of major powers in Asia-Pacific and impact
on ASEAN and Vietnam for Vnews, Thế gioi 360 độ ngày (360 Degrees Program),
16:39-19:37 minute mark, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 20, 2021.

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4. Carl Thayer, University of New South Wales Australia, interviewed by Journalist

Nguyen Minh, Vietnam News Agency, Sydney, ASEAN và vai trò trung tâm trong
khu vực (ASEAN and its central role in the region), Vnews, Thế gioi 360 độ ngày,
11:30 to 14:30 minute mark, Hanoi, Vietnam, October 30, 2021.

5. “The 13th National Congress of the Vietnam Communist Party,” Webinar

Presentation to Fulbright University Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, January
24, 2021.

6. “Quan hệ voi Trung Quốc, Australia Trung Quốc Australia chọn tự chủ quốc gia
thay vì lợi ích kinh tế,” Tuan Viet Nam E-Magazine, VietNam Net, June 2020, Part
2 of 2. https://vietnamnet.vn/vn/tuanvietnam/media/voi-trung-quoc-australia-
chon-tu-chu-quoc-gia-thay-vi-loi-ich-kinh-te-651406.html.

7. “Trung Quốc Australia Đối Tác Chiến Lược Thành Đấu Khẩu và ‘Đơn Thư’ Thương
Mại,” Tuan Viet Nam E-Magazine, VietNam Net, June 2020, Part 1 of 2.
https://vietnamnet.vn/vn/tuanvietnam/media/trung-quoc-australia-doi-tac-
chien-luoc-thanh-don-thu-thuong-mai-650928.html#inner-article.

8. “Vietnam On China,” Skype Presentation to United Kingdom Diplomatic Academy

Seminar Series, British Embassy, Hanoi, Vietnam, September 26, 2016.

9. “Towards the 12th National Party Congress,” European Union Delegation, Hanoi,
Vietnam, October 22, 2015.

10. “United States – China Relations,” Presentation to the Ho Chi Minh National
Political Academy, Hanoi, Vietnam, October 19, 2015.

11. “Publish or Perish?” Lecture to Junior Faculty, Faculty of International Studies,

University of Social Sciences and Humanities Vietnam National University, Hanoi,
Vietnam, April 17, 2014.

12. “ASEAN and Peace Operations,” Presentation to The New Landscape of Peace
Operations: A Dialogue with South East Asia and Vietnam, co-sponsored by the
Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, and the
University of Social Sciences and Humanities Vietnam National University, Hanoi,
Vietnam, April 16, 2014.

13. “A Changing World Order – What Implications for the Future of Peace
Operations?” Presentation to The New Landscape of Peace Operations: A Dialogue
with South East Asia and Vietnam, co-sponsored by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung,
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, and the University of Social
Sciences and Humanities Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam, April 16,
2014.
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14. “Relevant Experiences of Troop Contributing Countries - Australia,” Presentation

to Vietnam National Seminar, Contributing to Peace Operations: Experiences,
Challenges and Priorities, co-sponsored by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Stockholm
International Peace Research Institute, and the University of Social Sciences and
Humanities Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam, April 14, 2014.

15. “China’s 18th Party Congress: Implications for Sino-Vietnamese Relations and the
South China Sea,” Trung tâm nghiên cứu Trung Quốc (Institute of Chinese Studies),
Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 23, 2012.

16. “United States-Vietnam-China Relations and the South China Sea,” Presentation
to Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences,
Hanoi, Vietnam, November 23, 2012.

17. “Domestic Politics: 11th Party Congress and Vietnam’s Regional Role,”
Presentation to members of the diplomatic corps (Ambassadors from Austria,
European Commission, Ireland, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United
Kingdom and Counsellor of Denmark, Counsellor of Canada, Deputy Head of
Mission Finland, Charge d’Affaires Federal Republic of Germany, First and Second
Secretaries Norway, Resident Representative United Nations Development
Programme, and Deputy Chief of Mission United States), Residence, Ambassador
of Norway Stále Torstein Risa, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 14, 2010.

18. “Vietnam’s Regional Role,” Presentation to Internal Seminar, Royal Norwegian

Embassy, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 14, 2010.

19. “The 11th National Party Congress and Beyond” Presentation to Internal Seminar,
Royal Norwegian Embassy, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 14, 2010.

20. “Vietnam-China Relations,” Seminar presentation to Institute of International

Relations (Việt Trung Quan Hệ), Học Viện Chính Trị-Hành Chính Quốc Gia Hồ Chí
Minh (Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Public Administration), Hanoi,
Vietnam, November 30, 2009.

21. “Recent Developments in the South China Sea,” Presentation to Trường Đại Học
Khoa Học Xã Hội và Nhân Văn (University of Social Sciences and Humanities),
Hanoi, Vietnam, November 25, 2009.

22. “Vietnam: Current Political Situation and Position in the Region,” Seminar
presentation to the Ambassadors of the Like-Minded Donor Group [Canada,
Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden Switzerland],
Royal Norwegian Embassy, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 4, 2008.

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23. “One-Party Rule and the Challenge of Political Civil Society in Vietnam,” Seminar
presentation to the political officers and aid consultants of the Like-Minded Donor
Group [Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway,
Sweden Switzerland], Royal Norwegian Embassy, Hanoi, Vietnam, December 4,
2008.

24. “The Australian Federal Elections and Foreign Policy under a new Labor
Government,” Seminar presentation to the Học Viện Quan Hệ Quốc Tế (Institute
of International Relations), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam, November
22, 2007.

25. “United States-Vietnam Relations,” Presentation to Roundtable on Regional

Security Issues, Học Viện Quan Hệ Quốc Tế (Institute of International Relations),
Ministry of National Defence, Hanoi, Vietnam, June 10, 2005.

26. “The Vietnam People’s Army”, background briefing to U.S. National Defense
University, National War College delegation to Vietnam, People’s Army Guest
House, Hanoi, May 13, 1998.

27. “Regional Security in Southeast Asia,” Seminar presentation to staff of the

Institute of International Relations, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hanoi, Socialist
Republic of Vietnam, July 14, 1995.

28. “Australian - ASEAN Relations,” Lecture, Institute of International Relations (Học

Viện Quan Hệ Quốc Tế), Hanoi, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, November 13, 1985.

29. “Contemporary International Relations of Southeast Asia,” Seminar presentation,

Institute of Economics, Vietnam Social Sciences Committee (Ủy Ban Khoa Học Xã
Hội Việt Nam), Hanoi, August 27, 1981.

Presentations on Vietnam Delivered in Australia

1. “Vietnam: Contemporary Domestic and Foreign Policy Issues,” Presentation to

Roundtable, Department of Defence, Defence Intelligence Organisation, Russell
North Gate, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 28, 2023.

2. “Vietnam’s National Identities,” Presentation to panel Vietnam’s National Identity,

‘Weaving a Realm’ Vietnam Centre Inaugural Event in Australia, Redfern Town
Hall, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, April 27, 2018.

3. “Contemporary Viet Nam” Briefing to Deakin University delegation to Vietnam,

telephone conference call, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 16, 2018.

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4. “Vietnam: Issues and Challenges,” Presentation to Defence Intelligence

Organisation: Southeast Asian Program, ANU Nation Security College, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 15, 2017.

5. “Overview of the Government, Political System of Viet Nam,” Presentation to 21st

Australian Delegation to Viet Nam, Australian Political Exchange Council,
Department of Finance, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 3, 2017.

6. “Vietnam: Strategic and Economic Challenges,” Roundtable, Office of National

Assessments, Barton, A.C.T., Australia, August 16, 2017.

7. “Viet Nam and Cambodia: Security and Prospects,” Presentation to the Defence
and Strategic Studies Course, Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian
Defence College, Weston Creek, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 21, 2017.

8. “Vietnam and the Philippines,” Presentation to Session 5 – Our Near

Neighbourhood: Asia-Pacific Update, ASPI State of the Region Master Class,
Australian Strategic Policy Institute, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 15, 2017.

9. “Vietnam’s Foreign Policy,” Presentation to The Political Economy of Vietnam

Short Course for the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources, Coral Bell
School of Asia Pacific Affairs, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, March 2, 2017.

10. “Vietnam Overview, 1976-2016,” Presentation to Quinquepartite Defence

Economics Working Group, Defence Intelligence Organisation, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, September 14, 2016.

11. “Hybrid Warfare: China’s Use of Lawfare in the South China Sea,” Presentation to
Future Strategic Leaders Program Congress, Hybrid Warfare – 21st Century Grand
Strategy? Institute for Regional Security, ANU Coastal Campus, Kioloa, N.S.W.,
Australia, August 25-27, 2016.

12. “Cambodia and Viet Nam: Security and Prospects,” Presentation to Defence and
Strategic Studies Course, Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian
Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, June 29, 2016.

13. “South China Sea Issues and Human Rights in Vietnam,” Presentation to the 23rd
National Conference of the Vietnamese Community in Australia, Dapto
Ribbonwood Centre, Dapto, N.S.W., Australia, June 11, 2016.

14. “Vietnam Domestic, Political and Strategic Outlook,” Presentation to Roundtable

Discussion with Ambassador-designate to Vietnam Mr. Craig Chittick, National

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Security College Boardroom, National Security College, The Australian National

University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 1, 2016.

15. “Vietnam and the South China Sea,” Presentation to Roundtable Discussion with
Senior U.S. Government Analysts on the South China Sea, Vietnam and Thailand,
National Security College Boardroom, National Security College, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 18, 2016.

16. “Overview of the Government, Political System and Customs of Viet Nam,”
Presentation to 20th Delegation of Young Political Leaders, Australian Political
Exchange Council, Barton Room, Rydges Capital Hotel, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
April 8, 2016

17. “Cambodia and Vietnam: Security and Prospects,” Presentation to Centre for
Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T.,
Australia, May 27, 2015.

18. “Viet Nam: Domestic Developments and External Relations,” Keynote address to
Launch of Nghiên Cứu Văn Hóa Đồng Nai & Cửu Long No. 9, Nghiên Cứu Văn Hóa
Đồng Nai & Cửu Long Úc Châu, Cabramatta Bowling Club, Sydney, N.S.W.,
Australia, April 12, 2015.

19. “Cambodia and Vietnam: Security and Prospects,” Presentation to Defence and
Strategic Studies Course, Centre of Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian
Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, March 26, 2014.

20. “Vietnam’s conflicted human rights policy,” Asian Currents [Asian Studies
Association of Australia], August 2013, 9-12.

21. “Vietnam: Security and Prospects,” Presentation to Centre of Defence and

Strategic Studies, Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, May
15, 2012.

22. “Viet Nam Brief: Overview of the Government and Political System,” Presentation
to Australian Political Exchange Council 16th Delegation to Vietnam, Hotel Ream,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 23, 2012.

23. “Vietnam Roundtable,” Office of National Assessments, Canberra, A.C.T.,

Australia, July 8, 2011.

24. “Recent Development in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the East Sea (South
China Sea),” Nhóm Nghiên Cứu Văn Hóa Đồng Nai-Cửu Long, International
Function Centre, Canley Vale, N.S.W., Australia, May 22, 2011.

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25. “Viet Nam Brief: Overview of the Government, Political System and Customs of
Vietnam,” Presentation to Australian Political Exchange Council fourteenth
delegation to Vietnam, Hotel Ream, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 2,
2010.

26. “Vietnam’s Political Environment,” Presentation to International Human Rights

Clinic, Law Reform and Social Justice Program, College of Law, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 15, 2010.

27. “Vietnam’s Approach to Asia-Pacific Security,” Presentation to Strategic and

Defence Studies B Asia 2030, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, College of Asia
& the Pacific, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
August 31, 2010.

28. “Vietnam’s Crackdown on Pro-Democracy Activists,” Asian Currents (Asian Studies

Association of Australia e-bulletin), no. 66, February 2010.

29. “Viet Nam Briefing,” Presentation to 13th Delegation of Young Political Leaders,
Australian Political Exchange Council, Boardroom, Hotel Realm, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, December 2, 2009.

30. “Vietnam People’s Army: Domestic and External Roles,” Presentation to School
Research Seminar, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, University College,
The University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, October 29, 2009.

31. “Vietnam – Inside Asia’s Emerging Tiger,” Presentation to Joint Seminar by The
Australian Institute of International Affairs (N.S.W., Branch) and The Australia
Vietnam Business Council, The Glover Cottages, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, August
11, 2009.

32. “Climate Change and Its Impact, on Australia’s National Security: Vietnam Case
Study,” Presentation to Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
Research Showcase, The University of New South Wales, Kensington, N.S.W.,
Australia, May 19, 2009.

33. “Vietnam: The Capacity for Reform,” Presentation to Asia Pacific Managers’
Service Asia Focus Group, International Market Assessment Asia Pty. Ltd.,
Boardroom 3, Sheraton on the Park, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, October 29, 2008.

34. “Vietnam: The Capacity for Reform,” Presentation to Asia Pacific Managers’
Service Asia Focus Group, International Market Assessment Asia Pty. Ltd., Collins
Room, Langham Hotel, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, October 28, 2008.

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35. “Viet Nam Briefing,” Presentation to 12th Delegation of Young Political Leaders,
Australian Political Exchange Council, Boardroom, Hotel Realm, Canberra, A.C.T.,
October 27, 2008.

36. “Viet Nam: Overview of the Government and Political System,” Presentation to
Australian Political Exchange Council, Eleventh Delegation to Vietnam, Marion
Griffin Room, Griffin Hotel, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 26, 2007.

37. “Vietnam: Strategic Situation and Prospects,” Presentation to the Defence and
Strategic Studies Course, Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian
Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, June 1, 2007.

38. “Viet Nam: Civil Society and Democracy,” Presentation to Young Viet Tan Seminar,
University House, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
May 19, 2007.

39. “Emerging Viet Nam – Is Australia Missing Out on Opportunities?” Presentation to

the Australian Institute of International Affairs (New South Wales) and Australia
Viet Nam Chamber of Commerce, The Glover, Cottages, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia,
March 1, 2007.

40. Vietnam: Politics and Government,” Presentation to Australian Political Exchange

Council, Tenth Delegation to Vietnam, Marion Griffin Room, Griffin Hotel,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 19, 2006.

41. “Vietnam’s Emerging Regional Role,” Presentation to Junior Officers Management

and Strategic Studies Course 4/06, Royal Australian Navy College, HMAS Creswell,
Jervis Bay, A.C.T., Australia, August 31, 2006.

42. “Vietnam: A Review,” Presentation to the United Services Institution of the A.C.T.,
Snedden Lecture Theatre, Australian Defence College, Weston Creek. A.C.T.,
Australia, July 5, 2006.

43. “Vietnam’s Defence Diplomacy,” Presentation to Asia-Pacific Seminar Series,

School of Humanities and Social Sciences, University College, The University of
New South Wales, Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
September 12, 2005.

44. “Viet Nam: Political Developments Since the 9th National Party Congress,” Lecture,
Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, October 12, 2004.

45. “Vietnam: Reconstruction and Reform,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 3, 2004.
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46. “Vietnam: Socialism,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate Southeast Asia

Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 3, 2004.

47. “Vietnam Briefing,” Australian Political Exchange Council, Canberra, A.C.T.,

Australia, April 16, 2004.

48. “Vietnam: Reconstruction and Reform,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 30, 2004.

49. “Vietnam: Socialism,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate Southeast Asia

Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 30, 2004.

50. “Marxism and the Policy-Maker: Vietnam,” Presentation to Defence and Strategic
Studies Course, Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian Defence
College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, March 10, 2004.

51. “Vietnam,” Briefing to Australian Political Exchange Council, Canberra, A.C.T.,

Australia, July 4, 2003.

52. “Life Stories: Colonel Bui Tin,” Presentation to Defence and Strategic Studies
Course, Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, Australian Defence College,
Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, April 30, 2003.

53. “Vietnam: Reconstruction and Reform,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 13,
2002.

54. “Vietnam: Mono-organizational Socialism,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 13,
2002.

55. “Vietnam,” Briefing to Australian Political Exchange Council, Canberra, A.C.T.,

Australia, April 12, 2002.

56. “Vietnam: Reform and Reconstruction,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 19, 2002.

57. “Vietnam: Mono-organizational Socialism,” Lecture to Defence Signals Directorate

Southeast Asia Familiarization Course, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 19, 2002.

58. “The Condition of Vietnam 1945-2000,” The Australian People: An Encyclopedia of

the Nation, Its People and Their Origins (Melbourne: Cambridge University Press,
2001), 721-722.

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59. “Vietnam: Strategic Assessment Exercise,” Centre for Defence and Strategic
Studies, Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, August 14,
2001.

60. “Pillar of Hanoi, From Resistance to Reform,” The Australian, May 5, 2000. 14.

61. “Development Process: Vietnam”, Presentation to Module 5.1 Asia Pacific,

Australian College of Defence and Strategic Studies, Weston Creek, A.C.T.,
Australia, August 19, 1998.

62. “Vietnam: Current Political Context”, Presentation to inter-departmental meeting

to consider the draft AusAID Vietnam Strategy Report, hosted by the Australian
Agency for International Development, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 12,
1998.

63. “Political Systems: Vietnam”, Presentation to Module 5.1 Asia Pacific, Australian
College of Defence and Strategic Studies, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, August
11, 1998.

64. “Vietnam After Lenin: Reform and Renovation”, Presentation to Southeast Asia
Region Familiariszation Studies Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, August 7, 1998.

65. “Vietnam: Leninist Political System,” Presentation to Southeast Asia Region

Familiarization Studies Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, August 7, 1998.

66. “Background Briefing on Vietnam: Political Structures and Culture,” to 1988

Delegation to Vietnam, Australia Political Exchange Council, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, April 20, 1998.

67. ‘Vietnam After Lenin: Reform and Renovation’, Presentation to Southeast Asia
Region Familiarization Studies Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, March 26, 1998.

68. ‘Vietnam: Leninist Political System’, Presentation to Southeast Asia Region

Familiarisation Studies Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, March 26, 1998.

69. ‘Contemporary Vietnam’, Background briefing to Vietnam Study Tour Group, Joint
Services Staff College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, March 10, 1998.

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70. ‘Vietnam: Economy, Domestic Politics, Foreign Relations and Defence Strategy’,
Lecture to Class 57/98, Joint Services Staff College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia,
February 10, 1998.

71. ‘International Change: Vietnam,’ Presentation to Workshop on China Beyond the

15th Party Congress sponsored by the Northeast Asia Program, Department of
International Relations, Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, The
Australian National University, Mills Room, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November
26, 1997.

72. ‘A Political Update on Vietnam,’ Presentation to ‘Vietnam ‘97 Day’ sponsored by

the Australia Vietnam Business Council, Hyatt Hotel Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
September 23, 1997.

73. “Transition from Communism — Vietnam,” Visiting Faculty, Study Area 5,

Syndicate 4, Asia-Pacific Module, Australian College of Defence & Strategic
Studies, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, August 14, 1997.

74. ‘National Security Perspectives of Indochina and Thailand,’ seminar presentation

to the M.A. (Strategic Studies) course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, July 31, 1997.

75. ‘Vietnam: Renovation’, Presentation to Southeast Asia Familiarization Short

Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 19, 1997.

76. ‘Vietnam” Leninist Political System’, Presentation to Southeast Asia

Familiarization Short Course, Defence Signals Directorate, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, June 19, 1997.

77. “Introduction to Vietnam,” Seminar presentation to Contemporary Issues in Asia,

DFAT-Monash School of Government, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, R.
G. Casey Building, Treaties Room, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 1, 1997.

78. ‘“Making Friends with All Countries”: Vietnam and the Dilemmas of
Multilateralism,’ Presentation to annual meeting of Australian National
Committee of the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia Pacific, The
Australian National University, University House, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
February 5-6, 1997.

79. “Vietnam” Briefing to Joint Services Staff College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia,
August 21, 1996.

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80. “Transition from Communism — Vietnam,” Visiting Faculty, Study Area 5,

Syndicate 4, Asia-Pacific Module, Australian College of Defence & Strategic
Studies, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia, August 16, 1996.

81. “The Eighth Party Congress and Its Relevance to Business,” Presentation to
Australia Vietnam Business Council, Federation South Ballroom, Hyatt Hotel,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 8, 1996.

82. “Overview of Vietnam’s Political Structures and Cultures,” Briefing to Australian

Political Exchange Council, National Procurement Board Conference Room,
Department of Administrative Services, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, July 16, 1996.

83. “Area Studies and Methodology: Should the Model fit the Facts? —Researching
Vietnamese Politics,” seminar presentation of the School of Computer Science,
University College, Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
May 24, 1996.

84. “General stood by his troops [Obituary: Tran Van Tra],” Time & Tide Section, The
Australian, 7 May 1996, 12.

85. “Security Developments in ASEAN and Indochina,” Lecture to RAAF Command and
Staff College No. 49 Course, University House, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 25, 1996.

86. “Ideology, Culture and Pragmatism (Vietnam)” Seminar presentation to a course

on Dealing with Unfamiliar Cultures, organised by the Asia-Australia Institute, The
University of New South Wales, Coogee, N.S.W., Australia, November 16, 1995.

87. ‘Vietnam: Ideology, Culture and Pragmatism,” Seminar presentation to Working in

Unfamiliar Cultures, Asia-Australia Institute, The University of New South Wales,
Cooge, N.S.W. Australia, September 7, 1995.

88. “The Fall of Saigon: Lessons to Learn from Vietnam,” 20th Anniversary Special
Edition, The Weekend Australian, April 29-30, 1995, 1 and 8.

89. “Briefing: Politics, Social & Economic Overview of Laos and Vietnam,” for
volunteers with the Overseas Service Bureau, given at the Department of Politics,
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 24, 1995.

90. “Ideology, Culture and Pragmatism (Vietnam)” Seminar presentation to a course

on Dealing with Unfamiliar Cultures, organised by the Asia-Australia Institute, The
University of New South Wales, Coogee, N.S.W., Australia, April 5, 1995.

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91. “Ideology, Culture and Pragmatism (Vietnam)” Seminar presentation to a course

on Dealing with Unfamiliar Cultures, organised by the Asia-Australia Institute, The
University of New South Wales, Coogee, N.S.W., Australia, March 27, 1995.

92. “Vietnam: Current Political and Economic Developments,” Presentation to the

1995 Seminar: Australian Vietnam Relations, International Committee for a Free
Vietnam, Main Committee Room, Parliament House, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
February 24, 1995.

93. “Overview of the Political Structures and Culture of Vietnam,” Briefing presented
to the Australian Political Exchange Council, Meeting Room, Capital Parkroyal
Hotel, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, October 28, 1994.

94. “Vietnam: National Defence Policy and Strategic Perspectives,” Seminar

presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies) Course, Strategic and Defence Studies
Centre, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 18,
1994.

95. “The Vietnam War and International Relations in East Asia,” Week 7 and “China,
Vietnam and Korea: International Relations After the Cold War,” Week 8, ABC
Radio National, Asian Studies, Open Learning, Griffith University, Nathan,
Queensland, Australia, July 22 and 29, 1994.

96. “Vietnam’s Military Under Doi Moi,” Seminar, Division of Politics and International
Relations, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 19,
1994.

97. “Vietnam,” presentation to the course Authoritarianism and Democracy in

Southeast Asia, Graduate Program in Southeast Asian Studies, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 9, 1994.

98. “Hanoi Must Be Handled With Care,” The Australian, April 11, 1994, 11.

99. “Vietnam’s Military and the Region,” Lecture to the United Service Institution of
the A.C.T., held at the Joint Services Staff College, Weston, A.C.T., Australia, April
6, 1994.

100. “Vietnam Country Outline” presentation to Joint Ventures & Other Market
Entry Strategies in Vietnam, Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific, The
University of Sydney, Governor Philip Building, Mallesons, Stephen & Jacques,
Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, February 28, 1994.

101. “Contrasting Perspectives: American and Australian Views of Vietnam,”

presentation to Vietnam: Changing Perspectives, seminar organized by the
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Australian-American Association, Current Affairs Group, National Press Club,

Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, February 23, 1994.

102. “Vietnamese Government Structures and Networks,” Presentation to a course

on Cross Cultural Skills for Business in Vietnam, Research Institute for Asia and the
Pacific, The University of Sydney, Governor Philip Building, Mallesons, Stephen &
Jacques, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, February 17, 1994.

103. “Vietnam Country Outline,” Presentation to Cross Cultural Skills for Business in
Vietnam, Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific, The University of Sydney,
Governor Philip Building, Mallesons, Stephen & Jacques, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia,
February 17, 1994.

104. “Implications of Lifted Embargo,” The Australian Financial Review, February 7,

1994, 17.

105. “Recent Political Developments: Constitutional Change and the 1992

Elections,” in Carlyle A. Thayer and David G. Marr, eds., Vietnam and the Rule of
Law Political and Social Change Monograph no. 19 (Canberra: Department of
Political and Social Change, Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian
National University, 1993), 50–80.

106. “Political Developments and Changes in Vietnam in the Last Five Years,” in
Richard Braddock and Phillip Roberts, eds., Speeches from the Conference
“Vietnam: Which Way Now” (North Ryde: Asia-Pacific Research Institute,
Macquarie University, 1993), 37–44. Reprinted 1995, 32-38.

107. “Vietnam: The Rise of the National Liberation Front”, Lecture to Conference
on Asian-Australian Historical Themes, organised by the Tasmania History
Teachers’ Association, Alanvale College, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia,
December 10, 1993.

108. “Political Reform in Vietnam,” Current Affairs Bulletin (June 1993), vol. 70, no.
1, 22–26.

109. “Communist Political Systems,” presentation to Approaches to the Study of

Southeast Asia, Graduate Program in Southeast Asian Studies, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 7, 1993.

110. “Washington-Saigon-Hanoi, 1963–75,” Lecture delivered to the Asian History

2413, Vietnam in the 20th Century, The Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 5, 1993.

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111. “Vietnam and the Sino-Soviet Dispute,” Lecture delivered to the Asian History
2413, Vietnam in the 20th Century, The Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 2, 1993.

112. “Politics in North Vietnam, 1954–75,” Lecture delivered to the Asian History
2413, Vietnam in the 20th Century, The Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian
National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 29, 1993.

113. “South Vietnam, 1954–63,” Lecture delivered to the Asian History 2413,
Vietnam in the 20th Century, The Faculty of Asian Studies, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 29, 1993.

114. “Who’s Who in Vietnam,” corporate client seminar organised by the Asia-
Australia Institute for the Department of Industry and Technology and Commerce,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, February 26, 1993.

115. “US-Vietnam Relations: Light at the End of the Tunnel,” ANU Reporter,
November 11, 1992, 4.

116. “Who’s Who in Vietnam,” Corporate Client Seminar organised by the Asia-
Australia Institute, The University of New South Wales, Kensington, N.S.W.,
Australia, October 30, 1992.

117. “Vietnam’s 1992 Elections for the National Assembly (Ninth Legislature),”
address to the Australian Committee for Scientific Cooperation with Vietnam in
association with the Department of Political and Social Change, National Centre
for Development Studies, and ANU Vietnam Studies Group, The Australian
National University, Huxley Theatre, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 18,
1992.

118. “The Impact, of the Vietnam War,” Presentation to Fourth Year Honours
Seminar, Department of Political Science, The Faculties, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 7, 1992.

119. “‘The Most Democratic Elections Ever,’” Vietnam Today [Canberra: Australia-
Vietnam Society], (August 1992), no. 62, 8-9.

120. “The Origins of the Vietnam War,” Presentation to Fourth Year Honours
Seminar, Department of Political Science, The Faculties, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., August 31, 1992.

121. “Vietnam as a Regional Power,” Presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies)

Course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 14, 1992.
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122. “Vietnam Reassessments,” Seminar, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre,

Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, June 4, 1992.

123. “The Foreign Policy of Vietnam,” Lecture to the Graduate Diploma in Foreign
Affairs and Trade, Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade, Edmund Barton
Building, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 13, 1992.

124. “Political Reform in Vietnam,” Seminar, Centre of Southeast Asian Studies,

Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia, April 9, 1992.

125. “Communist Political Systems,” Presentation to Approaches to the Study of

Southeast Asia Course, Graduate Program in Southeast Asian Studies, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 7, 1992.

126. “Indochina and ASEAN,” Presentation to MA/Grad Dip (International

Relations) Program, Department of International Relations, Research School of
Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
April 6, 1992.

127. “Strategic Developments in Indochina,” Lecture to the RAAF Staff College,

Seminar on Asia-Pacific, Miller Room, Old Canberra House, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 26, 1992.

128. “Hanoi, Saigon and the Provinces: Where is the Centre of Gravity in Vietnam?”
Seminar, Contemporary China Centre, the Political Science Program, and the
Transformation of Communist Systems Project, Research School of Pacific Studies,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 25, 1992.

129. “Political Reform in Vietnam,” Vietnam Today (February 1992), no. 60, 17-19./

130. “The Current Political Situation in Vietnam,” Presentation to the ANU Vietnam
Studies Group in association with the National Centre for Development Studies
and the Australian Committee for Scientific Cooperation with Vietnam, Coombs
Lecture Theatre, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
February 10, 1992.

131. “Leadership and Succession: Vietnam,” Seminar, Graduate Program in

Southeast Asian Studies, The Faculties and Southeast Asia Group, Research School
of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
September 25, 1991.

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132. “A Historical Overview of the Vietnam War,” Presentation to the 6th Vietnam
Forum, Faculty of Visual & Performing Arts, The University of Western Sydney,
Kingswood Campus, Nepean, N.S.W., Australia, September 18, 1991.

133. “Vietnam’s 7th Party Congress: Economic Renewal and Political

Democratisation,” Vietnam Today, [Canberra: Australia-Vietnam Society], (August
Quarter 1991), no. 58, 3–5.

134. “Vietnam’s Foreign Policy,” Presentation to Foreign Affairs Trainee Course,

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 26,
1991.

135. “Political Developments in Vietnam,” Presentation to “Vietnam — 25 Years

On,” Politics Club Camp, The University of Western Australia, Perth, Western
Australia, Australia, August 10, 1991.

136. “Vietnam as a Regional Power,” Presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies)

Course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 8, 1991.

137. “Vietnam’s 7th Party Congress,” Presentation to the Vietnam Studies Group,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 8, 1991.

138. “Le Duc Tho,” Vietnam Today, [Canberra: Australia-Vietnam Society],

(November Quarter 1990), no. 55, 11.

139. “Prospects for Change in Vietnam,” in Penelope Lee and Luke Hardy eds., Sea
Changes. Development Dossier no. 25 (Canberra: Australian Council for Overseas
Aid, August 1990), 25-31.

140. “Economic Reform and Political Repression in Vietnam,” Presentation to a

Joint Meeting of the Association of Vietnamese in Australia and the Australia-
Vietnam Society, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 19, 1990.

141. “Vietnam as a Regional Power,” Presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies)

Course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 2, 1990.

142. “Vietnam and the Region: Looking Forward, Looking Back,” Presentation to
ASPAC 1990 - A Conference for Disarmament, Security and Cooperation in the
Asia-Pacific Region, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia, July
4-8, 1990.

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143. “Prospects for Change in Viet-Nam,” presentation to a Public Meeting co-

sponsored by the Quaker Service Australia and the Australian Council for Overseas
Aid, Friends Meeting House, Turner, A.C.T., Australia, June 20, 1990.

144. “8th Plenum: Reform or Reaction,” Vietnam Today, [Canberra: Australia-

Vietnam Society], (May Quarter 1990), no. 53, 3-4.

145. “Ho Chi Minh: A Personal Appreciation,” Vietnam Today [Canberra: Australia-
Vietnam Society], (May Quarter 1990), no. 53, 12-13.

146. “The Current Economic Situation in Indochina,” Address to Year 12 Asian

Studies Class, Canberra Church of England Girls' Grammar School, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, May 28, 1990.

147. “Reform in Peripheral Communist Systems: The Case of Vietnam,”

Presentation to a Conference on The Development of Civil Society in Communist
Systems, co-sponsored by the Division of Politics and Economics, Research School
of Social Sciences and Contemporary China Centre, Research School of Pacific
Studies, The Australian National University, University House, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, March 9, 1990.

148. “China's Domestic Crisis and Vietnamese Responses, April-July 1989,”

Presentation to a China Workshop on China's Crisis — The International
Implications, organised by the Northeast Asia Programme, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 2, 1989.

149. “Revisionism in Communist Vietnamese Historiography: The Issue of Central

Party Control over the Southern Party Organisation, 1954-61,” Seminar paper to
the Department of Pacific & South-East Asian History, Research School of Pacific
Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 8,
1989.

150. “Vietnam as a Regional Power,” Presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies)

Course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 3, 1989.

151. “Sixth Party Plenum: Harbinger of Reform?” Vietnam Today [Canberra:

Australia-Vietnam Society], (May Quarter 1989), no. 49, 12-14.

152. “The International Context of the Vietnam War,” 5th Annual Vietnam Forum,
The University of Western Sydney, Nepean, N.S.W., Australia, May 10, 1989.

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153. “Vietnamese: The Condition of Vietnam, 1945-1985,” James Jupp, general

editor, The Australian People: An Encyclopedia of the Nation, Its People and Their
Origin (Sydney: Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1988), 831-833.

154. “Truong Chinh: Revolutionary and Ideologist,” Vietnam Today [Canberra:

Australia-Vietnam Society], (November 1988), no. 47, 3.

155. “The Soviets in Cam Ranh Bay,” Joint Seminar Programme, Department of
Politics and the Australian Defence Studies Centre, University College, Australian
Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, October 28, 1988.

156. “Vietnam as a Regional Power,” Presentation to M.A. (Strategic Studies)

Course, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, August 4, 1988.

157. “Vietnam, Kampuchea and Laos – and Australia: An Overview,” Presentation

to Indo-China Seminar Program, Quaker Service Australia, Friends House, Toorak,
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, October 9, 1987.

158. “Political Developments in Vietnam, 1976-86,” Lecture, Advanced Unit, The

Modern History of Vietnam, Centre for Asian History, Faculty of Asian Studies, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 10, 1987.

159. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy,” Lecture, Advanced Staff College Course, Royal
Australian Air Force, RAAF Base, Fairbairn, A.C.T., Australia, April 23, 1987.

160. “Renovation: Vietnam’s 6th Party Congress,” Vietnam Today [Canberra:

Australia-Vietnam Society], (February 1987), no. 40, 3-7

161. “Recent Developments in Vietnam: An Overview of the 6th Party Congress,”

Paper presented to Panel Discussion on Recent Developments in Vietnam,
sponsored jointly by the Department of Pacific and Southeast Asian History and
the Department of Political and Social Change, Research School of Pacific Studies,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, February 25, 1987.

162. “Politics in Vietnam, 1976-1986,” Lecture, Intensive Vietnamese Course,

Centre for Continuing Education, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, January 20, 1987.

163. “Vietnam’s 6th Party Congress,” Vietnam Today [Canberra: Australia-Vietnam

Society], (November 1986), no. 39, 6.

164. “Vietnam's 6th Party Congress,” Annual General Meeting, Australia-Vietnam

Society, Canberra Branch, A.C.T., Australia, November 18, 1986.

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165. “Le Duan: Consensus Builder,” Vietnam Today [Canberra: Australia-Vietnam

Society], (August 1986), no. 38, 3-4.

166. “Trip Report: Vietnam & Kampuchea,” Seminar presentation to Department

of Politics, University College, Australian Defence Force Academy, Campbell,
A.C.T., Australia, August 22, 1986.

167. “Australian Scholarship and Indochina,” ASAA Review [Asian Studies

Association of Australia], (July 1986), vol. 10, no. 1, 123-132.

168. “The PRG and the Unification of Vietnam,” About Time [The Journal of South
Coast History Teachers, Wollongong, N.S.W.], vol. 4, no. 2 (June 1986), 16-19.

169. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy,” Lecture, Advanced Staff College Course, Royal
Australian Air Force, RAAF Base, Fairbairn, A.C.T., Australia, April 24, 1986.

170. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy: Three Levels of Analysis,” Lecture, Indochina

Simulation, Department of Foreign Affairs, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, April 14 and
22, 1986.

171. “Vietnam’s Foreign Policy: The Background Factors,” Current Affairs Bulletin
[The University of Sydney], (February 1986), vol. 62, no. 9, 21-30.

172. “Vietnam: Government, Politics, Economy,” Paper to a seminar series on

Indochina Today, organised by The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in
Australia, held at the Friends Meeting House, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
September 26, 1985.

173. “Indochina and ASEAN: The Trend Towards Dialogue,” in Proceedings of the
Third Australia-Indonesia Seminar, Griffith University, 16-17 July 1984. Australia-
Asia Papers, Research Paper no. 31 Special Issue (Nathan, Queensland: Centre for
the Study of Australian-Asian Relations, School of Modern Asian Studies, Griffith
University, May 1985), 26-39.

174. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy,” Lecture, Advanced Staff College Course, Royal
Australian Air Force, RAAF Base, Fairbairn, A.C.T., Australia, May 24, 1985.

175. “Aspects of Vietnamese Relations with Thailand and Cambodia,” Seminar,

Centre of Southeast Asian Studies, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia,
April 18, 1985.

176. “Briefing on Indochina,” Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence,

Parliament House, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 27, 1985.

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177. “An Indo-China Confederation?” Seminar, Department of International

Relations, Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 22, 1984.

178. “Vietnam's Indo-China Confederation?” Seminar, Department of Political

Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, October 12, 1984.

179. “Problems of Socialist Transformation in Vietnam, 1975-1983,” Lecture, School

of Modern Asian Studies, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, May
24, 1984.

180. “Background to Human Rights Violations in Indochina,” Amnesty International,

Canberra Central Group, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 7, 1982.

181. “The Security Situation in Contemporary Indochina,” Regional Panel on

Indochina in the 1980's, Fourth Biennial Conference of the Asian Studies
Association of Australia, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia, May 10-
14, 1982.

182. “Vietnam and Kampuchea: The Political Economy of Socialist Transformation,”

Strategic Studies Lecture, Military Training Wing, The Royal Military College-
Duntroon, A.C.T., Australia, October 20, 1981.

183. “Vietnamese Outflow Expected to Continue,” The Canberra Times, October 14,
1981, 6.

184. “Hanoi Takes Pragmatic Approach to Embargo,” The Canberra Times, October
12, 1981, 6.

185. “Vietnam’s Foreign Policy,” World Review [Australian Institute of International

Affairs], (June 1981), vol. 20, no. 2, 30-40.

186. “U.S. Policy Towards Indochina,” Seminar on “U.S. Foreign Policy Under
Reagan and Haig,” Centre of Continuing Education, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, June 19, 1981.

187. “Problems of Building Socialism in Vietnam, 1975-81,” Lecture, Department of

Government, The University of Sydney, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, March 26, 1981.

188. “The Vietnam-Laos ‘Special Relationship’ and Its Implications for Kampuchea,”
Colloquium, Department of Government, The University of Sydney, N.S.W.,
Australia, March 24, 1981.

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189. “Special Relationships Now Forged in Indo-China,” Supplement, Australia and

the Third World: Review of the Nation, 1980. The Canberra Times, October 10,
1980, 31.

190. “Contemporary Vietnam: Problems and Prospects,” Lecture Series,

Department of Political Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 8-22, 1980.

191. “Vietnam and Its Disputes with Kampuchea and China,” Lecture Series,
Department of Political Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, September 8-22, 1980.

192. “Vietnam's Foreign Policy Orientations,” Lecture Series, Department of

Political Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, September 8-22, 1980.

193. “Political Institutions in Contemporary Vietnam,” Lecture Series, Department

of Political Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National University, Canberra,
A.C.T., Australia, September 8-22, 1980.

194. “Vietnam: Introductory Background,” Lecture Series, Department of Political

Science, Faculty of Arts, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.,
Australia, September 8-22, 1980.

195. “Vietnam and Laos: The Anatomy of a ‘Special Relationship’,” Advanced

Seminar in Social Thought, School of Political Science, The University of New South
Wales, Kensington, N.S.W., Australia, August 19, 1980.

196. “Indo-China Today,” Address, Annual General Meeting, United Nations

Association of Australia, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, July 14, 1980.

197. “Centre and Periphery in Contemporary Vietnam,” Paper to the Centres and
Peripheries Seminar Series organised by the Department of Political and Social
Change, Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, May 27, 1980.

198. “Reconstruction in Vietnam, 1975-80,” Lecture, Centre for Continuing

Education, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
vJanuary 18, 1980.

199. “The Situation in Vietnam,” Paper to the Indochina-Thailand Seminar,

organised jointly by the Department of International Relations and the
Department of Political and Social Change, Research School of Pacific Studies, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, November 13, 1979.
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200. “Marxism in Vietnam,” Seminar, Department of Politics, The University of

Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, October 2, 1979.

201. “Economic Strategies in Vietnam,” Lecture, Department of Politics, The

University of Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, October 1, 1979.

202. “Vietnam: Present Policies and Future Prospects,” Seminar, Australian

Institute of International Affairs, Canberra Branch, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia,
April 19, 1979.

203. “The China-Vietnam Conflict,” Seminar, Department of Political Science,

Faculty of Arts and the Contemporary China Centre, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, March 30, 1979.

204. “The Lack of Development of Political Parties in Vietnam,” Presentation to the

Research Committee Seminar Series at the Bendigo College of Advanced
Education, Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, September 29, 1978.

205. “Indochina,” in Recent Changes in Asia: Australian Responses (Canberra:

Centre for Continuing Education, The Australian National University, November
1977), 76-78.

206. “Review Article: Ending the Vietnam War,” ASAA Review, (November 1977),
vol. i, no. 2, 58-64.

207. “Vietnam in World Affairs,” Dyason House Papers (June 1977), vol. 3, no. 5, 5-
8.

208. “This Document is Important [Van Tien Dung’s Our Great Spring Victory],” The
National Times [Sydney], November 15-20, 1976, no. 302 and November 22-27,
1976, no. 303.

209. “The PRG and the Unification of Vietnam,” Dyason House Papers (June 1975),
vol. i, no. 5, 1-5.

210. “The Vietnam Workers’ Party and the Sects, 1954-58,” Seminar, Centre of
Southeast Asian Studies, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia, April 24,
1975.

211. “The PRG and the Future in Vietnam,” Lecture, Centre of Southeast Asian
Studies, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia, April 24, 1975.

212. “The Social Basis of Politics in Vietnam: A Rejoinder,” Australian Outlook

[Australian Institute of International Affairs], (December 1973), vol. 27, no. 3, 262-
271.
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213. “Lao Dong Party Policy from the Geneva Conference to the Formation of the
Fatherland Front,” Paper to the Work-in-Progress seminar series of the
Department of International Relations, Research School of Pacific Studies, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia, October 10, 1973.

Other Vietnam-Related Academic Activities

1. Moderator, Session 5 – Force Build-up in the South China Sea, The Tenth South
China Sea International Conference on Cooperation for Regional Security and
Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Foundation
for East Sea Studies and the Viet Nam Lawyers’ Association, Da Nang, Vietnam,
November 8-9, 2018.

2. Moderator, Session 4, Activities at Sea: Sources of Conflict or Areas for

Cooperation, Ninth International Conference on the South China Sea, co-
sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Viet Nam, Foundation for East Sea
Studies and Viet Nam Lawyers’ Association, Nikko Sai Gon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam, November 27-28, 2017.

3. Moderator, Session II, Belt and Road Initiative from Current International
Relations Perspective, Conference on China’s Belt and Road Initiative, co-
sponsored by Vietnam National University, University of Social Sciences and
Humanities and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Hilton Hotel Opera, Hanoi,
Vietnam, October 6, 2017.

4. Co-chair, Panel 2, Sovereignty Disputes Over the Paracel and Spratly Islands,”
International Workshop on The Legal Status of Islands and Rocks in International
Law and Practice in the East Sea, co-hosted by Pham Van Dong University and Nha
Trang University, Intercontinental Hotel, Nha Trang, Vietnam, August 18, 2016.

5. Discussant, Session 4: ASEAN Between China and the US: How to Balance in the
New Context, International Conference on ASEAN and China–US Relations: New
Security Dynamics and Regional Implications, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic
Academy of Vietnam and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Sheraton Hotel, Hanoi,
Vietnam, March 10, 2016.

6. Moderator, Session 2: Impact of Sino-US Relations on Regional Security

Environment, International Conference on ASEAN and China–US Relations: New
Security Dynamics and Regional Implications, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic
Academy of Vietnam and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Sheraton Hotel, Hanoi,
Vietnam, March 10, 2016.

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7. Moderator, Summary Report Session 4 International Relations and Maritime

Order in the South China Sea, The 6th International South China Sea Conference,
Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, co-sponsored by Diplomatic
Academy of Vietnam, Foundation for East Sea Studies and Vietnam Lawyers’
Association, Pullman Hotel, Da Nang, Vietnam, November 17-18, 2014.

8. Rapporteur, Panel 10: Wrap-Up and Policy Recommendations, The South China
Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, 4th International
Workshop on the South China Sea, co-organized by the Diplomatic Academy of
Vietnam and the Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam,
November 18-21, 2012.

9. Moderator, Panel 1: The South China Sea in Transition: Geopolitics, The South
China Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, 4th International
Workshop on the South China Sea, co-organized by the Diplomatic Academy of
Vietnam and the Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam,
November 18-21, 2012.

10. Discussant, Session 2: Maritime security: Towards a regional Code of Conduct, 8th
CSCAP General Conference, Dangers and Dilemmas: Will the new Regional
Security Architecture help?, sponsored by the Council for Security Cooperation in
the Asia-Pacific, Hanoi, Sheraton Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 21-22, 2011.

11. “Summary of Session VII: Ways and Means to Promote Cooperation in the South
China Sea,” Presentation to Closing Session, The Third International Workshop on
The South China Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security and Development, co-
organized by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and Vietnam Lawyers
Association, Meliã Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam, November 4-5, 2011.

12. “Summary of Session III,” Presentation to the plenary session of the 2nd
International Workshop on the South China Sea: Cooperation for Regional Security
and Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the
Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, New World Saigon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam, November 13, 2010.

13. Chair, Session I, 2nd International Workshop on the South China Sea: Cooperation
for Regional Security and Development, co-sponsored by the Diplomatic Academy
of Vietnam and the Vietnam Lawyers’ Association, New World Saigon Hotel, Ho
Chi Minh City, Vietnam, November 12, 2010.

14. Chair, Session 1 “Allied Experiences: The ARVN and the ROK,” The 2002 Chief of
Army’s Military History Conference, The Australian Army and the Vietnam War
1962-1972, National Convention Centre, Canberra, A.C.T., October 3-4,
2002.2002.
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15. Discussant and Chair, U.S. Social Science Research Council-MacArthur

Foundation's Training and Research Program on International Peace and Security,
Hanoi, Vietnam, August 25-29, 1999.

16. Convener, Vietnam Studies Association of Australia, three sessions on

‘Communications in/with Vietnam,’ ‘Vietnamese Society in Transition: The State,
Law and Technology,’ and ‘Transitional Societies - Vietnam and China’ at the 10th
biennial conference of the Asian Studies Association of Australia, La Trobe
University, Bundoora, Victoria, July 8-11, 1996.

17. Opponent (External Examiner), Public examination of Eero Palmujoki,

“Revolutionary Pragmatism and Formal Marxism-Leninism: An Analysis of
Vietnam’s Foreign Policy Argumentation from the Fall of Saigon to the Collapse of
the Socialist World System,” PhD Thesis, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of
Tampere, Tampere, Finland, September 23, 1995.

18. Visiting Faculty, Study Area 5, Syndicate 4, “Transition from Communism —

Vietnam,” Australian College of Defence and Strategic Studies, Weston, A.C.T., July
27, 1995.

19. Commentator, “Summation,” Closing remarks to Vietnam: Doi Moi, the State and
Civil Society, Vietnam Update 1994 Conference, Research School of Pacific and
Asian Studies, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., November 10-
11, 1994.

20. Convener of the Organizing Committee, Vietnam Update 1994 Conference,

Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies, The Australian National University,
Canberra, A.C.T., November 10-11, 1994.

21. Discussant, “Reform before Doi Moi – Social and Economic Changes in Vietnam
prior to the VIth Party Congress and Their Relevance to the Present,” organized by
The Australian Vietnam Research Project, Macquarie University, North Ryde,
N.S.W., July 18-19, 1994.

22. Member of the Organizing Committee, Vietnam Update 1993 Conference,

Department of Political and Social Change, Research School of Pacific Studies, The
Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., December 1993.

23. Commentator on Thaveeporn Vasavakul’s “Legitimacy and Mass Compliance

Under State Socialism: The Viet Nam Case (1945–91),” Workshop on Political
Authority and Legitimacy in Southeast Asia, co-sponsored by the Program on
International Economics and Politics, East-West Center and Thailand Institute of
Public and International Relations, The Chaiyong Limthongkul Foundation, held at
the Diamond Riverside Hotel, Chiang Mai, Thailand, February 23-25, 1993.
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24. Invited Observer and Discussant, Conference on Reform Under Socialism in

Vietnam: Domestic Political Economy, co-sponsored by the Indochina Scholarly
Exchange Program of the U.S. Social Science Research Council and the Vietnam
Institute of Social Sciences (Viện Khoa Học Xã Hội Việt Nam), Hanoi, Vietnam. June
1990.

25. Convener, Session on What Kind of War Was Being Fought in Vietnam? Conference
on Australia and the Vietnam War, Macquarie University, North Ryde, New South
Wales, April 27-30, 1987.

26. Field research in Vietnam at the invitation of the Institute of Economics, Vietnam
Social Sciences Committee; and Cambodia at the invitation of the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs, People's Republic of Kampuchea, Phnom Penh, July-August 1981.

27. Director, Intensive Vietnamese Language Programme, Centre for Continuing

Education, The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Summer 1980.

28. Rapporteur and Discussant, Seminar on Vietnam, Office of National Assessments,

Canberra, A.C.T., November 8, 1979.

29. Chairperson and Discussant, Panel on ASEAN and Indochina, 21st Annual
Conference of the Australasian Political Studies Association, Wrest Point Casino,
Hobart, Tasmania, August 27-29, 1979.

30. Convener and Chairperson, Panels on Aspects of Nationalism in Vietnam, and

Contemporary Developments in Indochina, 2nd National Conference of the Asian
Studies Association of Australia, The University of New South Wales, Kensington,
N.S.W., May 14-18, 1978.

31. Rapporteur, Indochina Workshop, Conference on Recent Changes in Asia:

Australian Responses, Centre for Continuing Education, The Australian National
University, Canberra, A.C.T., November 24-25, 1977.

Curriculum Vitae

Emeritus Professor
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
The University of New South Wales, Canberra
+ 612 0437 376 429
e-mail: [email protected]
home page http://www.pol.adfa.edu.au/staff/thayer/profile.html

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Director
Thayer Consultancy
(ABN 58 608 786 808)
P.O. Box 435
Jamison Centre, A.C.T. 2614
+61 (02) 6251 1849 phone
e-mail: [email protected]

Education
Ph.D. The Australian National University
International Relations, 1977

– Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Intensive Lao language and Vietnamese language (fourth year)
Summer semester 1971

M.A. Yale University

Vietnamese language (first and third year)
Southeast Asian Studies, 1969-71

– Cornell University
Intensive Vietnamese language (second year)
Summer semester 1970

B.A. Brown University

Political Science, 1963-67

University of Missouri-Columbia
Intensive Thai language
Summer semester 1966

Current:

Emeritus Professor, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, The University of New
South Wales, Canberra (January 2011-present).

Director, Thayer Consultancy (2002-present)

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Member of the Advisory Board, Australia Vietnam Leaders Dialogue [formerly

Australia-Vietnam Young Leaders Dialogue], (April 2018-)

Member of the Editorial Board: Russian Journal of Vietnamese Studies (Moscow, 2017)

Academic Appointments
2018-20 Visiting Fellow,
School of Humanities and Social Sciences,
Primary supervisor for four PhD candidates from Vietnam
The University of New South Wales at the
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, Australia

2010 Director of Regional Security Studies,

Australian Command and Staff College,
Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia

2008 Inaugural Frances M. and Stephen H. Fuller Distinguished Visiting

Professor of Southeast Asian Studies
Concurrent appointment to Center for International Studies and Center
for Southeast Asian Studies, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, U.S.A.

2006-07 Director of Regional Security Studies,

Australian Command and Staff College,
Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T., Australia

2005 C. V. Starr Distinguished Visiting Professor of Southeast Asian Studies,

The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies,
Johns Hopkins University, Washington, D. C., U.S.A.

2002-04 On secondment to Deakin University,

On-Site Academic Co-ordinator,
Defence and Strategic Studies Course
Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies (CDSS)
Australian Defence College, Weston Creek, A.C.T, Australia

1999-01 Leave in the National Interest,

Professor of Southeast Asian Security Studies
Deputy Chair, Department of Regional Studies
Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies
U.S. Department of Defense, Pacific Command
Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A.

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1998-10 Professor of Politics,

The University of New South Wales
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia

1995-97 Head, Department of Politics, University College,

The University of New South Wales
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia

1991-94 Visiting Fellow (on secondment),

Regime Change and Regime Maintenance in Asia and the Pacific Project
(Vietnamese domestic politics)
Department of Political and Social Change
Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia

1989-97 Associate Professor

University College, The University of New South Wales
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia

1985-89 Senior Lecturer,

University College, The University of New South Wales
Australian Defence Force Academy, Canberra, A.C.T., Australia

1983 Visiting Fellow, Department of Political Science and

Consultant, Southeast Asia Refugee Program,
Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut (July-November), U.S.A.

1979-85 Lecturer, Faculty of Military Studies, The University of New South Wales
at the Royal Military College-Duntroon, Campbell, A.C.T., Australia

1975-78 Lecturer,
Department of Humanities,
Bendigo College of Advanced Education
(formerly Bendigo Institute of Technology)
Bendigo, Victoria, Australia

1973-74 Tutor,
Department of Asian Civilisation,
Faculty of Asian Studies,
The Australian National University, Canberra, A.C.T.

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1968-69 Volunteer Teacher,

Unitarian Universalist Service Committee,
Swaneng Hill School,
Serowe, Republic of Botswana

1967-68 Teacher of English as a Foreign Language

International Voluntary Services, Inc.
Saigon and An Loc, Binh Long province, Republic of Vietnam

Teaching Responsibilities
University College, UNSW, (2009-2010)
• Civil-Military Relations in the Asia-Pacific
• Regional Security Studies

Australian Command and Staff College (2006-07 and 2010)

Regional Security Studies (Postgraduate)

School of Advanced International Studies (2005)

Johns Hopkins University
Vietnam in Transition (M.A. Graduate Seminar)

UNSW, Canberra (1986–2007)

Masters of Defence Studies (MDefS)
• Southeast Asia: Issues in Security Cooperation
• The Vietnam War, 1954-1975: American, Australian and Vietnamese
Perspectives (on campus & distance education)

Undergraduate
• Political Change and Political Transition in Southeast Asia
• Civil-Military Relations in the Asia-Pacific
• Southeast Asia: Issues in Security Cooperation
• International Relations and Security Issues in Southeast Asia
• The Politics of Southeast Asia
• War and Society in the Asia-Pacific (combined English-Politics Honours)

Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (1999-01)

Senior Executive Course (1 and 2-star level or deputy minister)
• Political Change and Strategic Uncertainty
• Multilateralism in the Asia-Pacific

Executive Course (05-06 level):

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• Comprehensive Security (Core Curriculum)

• Southeast Asia: Issues in Security Cooperation (Elective)

The Australian National University (1992–94)

The Faculty of Asian Studies
Vietnam in the Twentieth Century, Asian History 2413,

Honours

2015 Eminent Person, Australian Civil-Military Centre, Department of Defence

2011 Emeritus Professor, The University of New South Wales

2008 Inaugural Frances M. and Stephen H. Fuller Distinguished Visiting Professor of

Southeast Asian Studies, Ohio University

2006 Rector’s Commendation for Excellence in Classroom Teaching

2005 C. V. Starr Distinguished Visiting Professor of Southeast Asian Studies, School of

Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University

2002 Joint Meritorious Unit Award by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S.
Department of Defense, for services at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security
Studies to the U.S. Pacific Command (March 11, 2002).

Research Grants & Consultancies

2011 Human Rights in Vietnam,
Norwegian Center for Human Rights,
University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway

1997-98 National Assembly elections in Vietnam

Special Research Grant, University College, UNSW Canberra

1996 Project on Democratization and Vietnam

Friedrich Naumann Stiftung

1995-96 Force Modernization in Southeast Asia

Special Research Grant, University College,

1993 Project on Security issues in Indochina

MacArthur Foundation
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1993 Project on the role of the military in Vietnam

The Ford Foundation

1992 Briefing Book on Vietnam

Asia-Australia Institute,
University of New South Wales, Sydney

1991-92 Political and Economic Reform in Vietnam Since 1986

Australian Research Council

1989-90 The Process of Renovation in Vietnam

Special Research Grant, University College, UNSW Canberra

1988-89 Soviet-Vietnamese relations

Special Research Grant, University College, UNSW Canberra

1987-88 Soviet-Vietnamese relations

Special Research Grant, University College, UNSW Canberra

1986-87 Soviet-Vietnamese relations

Special Research Grant, University College,

1985-86 Field work trip to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan and

the United States
Special Research Grant, Faculty of Military Studies, UNSW Canberra

1985 Vietnam Biographic Project and Soviet-Vietnam Relations since 1978

Salary Grant for two part-time Research Assistants
Faculty of Military Studies,
Royal Military College-Duntroon, UN>S.W., Canberra

1972 Field Research Grant (Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, France,
England and the United States)
Research School of Pacific Studies, The Australian National University,

Scholarships
1971-74 PhD Research Scholarship,
Department of International
Relations, Research School of Pacific Studies,
The Australian National University

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1971 Summer Language Fellowship (intensive spoken Lao and advanced

Vietnamese languages)
Center of Vietnamese Studies,
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Illinois

1970 U.S. National Defense Foreign Languages Summer Fellowship

(intermediate Vietnamese language)
Cornell University, Ithaca, New York

1969-71 U.S. National Defense Foreign Languages Fellowship (Vietnamese

language)
Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut

Professional Activities

2004-10 Member of the Southeast Asia Publications Committee, Asian Studies

Association of Australia

2000-02 Member of the Executive Committee, Vietnam Studies Group, Association

for Asian Studies (U.S.)

1996-98 National Secretary, Asian Studies Association of Australia

1994-98 National Secretary/Treasurer, Vietnam Studies Association of Australia

May 1993 United Nations-accredited International Observer, National Elections,

United Nations Transitions Authority Cambodia (UNTAC), Kampong Cham
province, Cambodia

Aug. 1989 Academic Advisor, U.S. Senator Dick Clark, Aspen Institute’s Indochina
Forum, Fact-finding trip to Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia.

Feb. 1985 Consultant on Indochina, Commonwealth of Australia, Department of

Foreign Affairs

1980-86 Book Review Editor, ASAA Review, Asian Studies Association of Australia

1979-86 Editorial Committee, ASAA Review, Asian Studies Association of Australia

1976-79 Editor, Southeast Asia Area Notes, Asian Studies Association of Australia

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