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In May 2026, the United States Studies Centre, in partnership with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, hosted a Track 1.5 Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Canberra. The following report highlights the key themes and policy insights that emerged from the discussions.
6 October 2026
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Events
9 November 2026
The Indo-Pacific’s premier biennial event convening government officials, business, and experts to address economic security challenges.
19 November 2026
6.00pm
-8.00pm AEDT
A special book launch event with author Dr Sabina Rahman, lecturer at the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.
5 November 2026
6.00pm
-8.00pm AEDT
Join United States Studies Centre experts for an exclusive event in partnership with the POLITICO Canberra Playbook team.

5 November 2026
4.30pm
-5.30pm AEDT
Register now for this webinar on Thursday, 5 November. Get a clear, teacher-friendly briefing on what the midterms are, what is emerging from the results, and what to watch for next.

28 October 2026
4.00pm
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13 October 2026
6.00pm
-8.00pm AEDT
An exclusive event featuring USSC and Sydney Morning Herald political experts discussing the 2026 US Midterm elections.
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