David Andrews

David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the National Security College of The Australian National University. His work focuses on policy research and engagement, with expertise in Australian defence and foreign policy, alliances, international security, and Indo-Pacific strategic affairs. He joined the college in 2022 after holding multiple roles in the Australian Department of Defence, including military strategy, strategic policy, and export control.

• Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations (current, La Trobe University)
  • Master of Arts (Strategic Studies) with Honours, The Australian National University
  • Master of Arts (Ancient History), Macquarie University
  • Bachelor of Social Science (Politics & International Relations) with Honours, University of New South Wales

Andrews’ research interests revolve around the strategies of small and middle powers, instruments of security cooperation (alliances, security pacts, multilateral institutions like ANZUS, the Quad, AUKUS, and Five Eyes), and the evolution of multilateral security organisations, as explored in his PhD thesis. His professional contributions include co-authoring policy analyses and hosting the National Security Podcast, with commentary featured in media outlets such as the Canberra Times, Australian Strategic Policy Institute, and The Conversation. Despite his active role in research and public discourse, no scientific awards or formal advisees are documented in the provided texts.