James Bowen
Biography
Publications
James Bowen is a consultant to NGOs, think tanks, and political advisories on Indo-Pacific climate and energy matters. He has previously worked at foreign policy think tanks in Australia, Germany, and the United States, and is a former political speechwriter on resources and energy.
Australia’s new gas strategy makes for flawed foreign policy
Simultaneously advancing energy security in Asia and climate security in the Pacific is both possible and desirable.
Managing Japan-Australia energy tensions in a time of transition
Australia can’t afford to support Japan’s carbon emissions anymore than its own.
Australia should build its green infrastructure presence
The region is taking an increasingly dim view of efforts seeking to protect the fossil fuel trade.
Australia’s potential as a “green” hydrogen superpower
As the hydrocarbon era wanes a new energy source could be a potent geopolitical asset.
This week, it’s Trump the conventional Republican hawk
It seems Trump has been co-opted by the powerful military and foreign policy establishment in Washington - memorably described as 'the Blob' by former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes.
Trump's info wars not so easily won
The communications strategy employed during Trump's successful primaries and general election campaigns has not been as effective since the inauguration.
Obama’s legacy: Still a work in progress?
Obama leaves office enjoying unusually high approval ratings while simultaneously fearing the wholesale destruction of his legacy.
Trump: An unimaginable president
US institutions are wholly unprepared to deal with a candidate they have never envisioned.
