RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the Lowy Institute as right-center biased based on its editorial perspectives that moderately favor the right. We rate them high for factual reporting due to thorough sourcing of information and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: Australia
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Established in 2003 by philanthropist Frank Lowy, who has notable ties to Israel, the Lowy Institute is an international foreign policy think tank from Sydney, Australia, which aims to amplify Australia’s influence on the global stage. Focusing on Asia-Pacific affairs in its research and commentary, its work includes The Interpreter, an online magazine, and tools like the Global Diplomacy Index and Asia Power Index, which analyze diplomatic relations and power distribution in Asia.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Lowy Institute, a registered Australian charity, diversifies its funding through private sector and government sponsorships, Australian Government grants, event proceeds, and philanthropic gifts, ensuring a broad financial base; however, significant support continues from its founder, Sir Frank Lowy, and entities like Rothschild and Amazon, complemented by targeted projects funded by the Australian Government. For more information, you can visit their Funding & Support page.
Analysis / Bias
The Lowy Institute publishes research with neutral titles like “Papua New Guinea’s Fiscal Decentralization: A Way Forward” and utilizes credible sources for its analyses.
The critical analysis of PNG’s fiscal decentralization and the call for enhanced reporting and accountability standards could be contextualized within the broader framework of the Australia-PNG partnership. According to an official statement from the Australian Government, a partnership between the two countries aims to strengthen PNG’s decentralized government system and maximize service delivery effectiveness. Thus, while the Lowy Institute’s analysis provides an independent perspective, it aligns with the objectives of Australia’s policy towards PNG.
In general, research produced by the Institute primarily aligns with the foreign policy agendas of the US and UK governments. For example, The Lowy Institute’s research on countering Chinese economic coercion, which advocates for enhanced cooperation between Australia, the US, and the EU to promote global rules against economic coercion, aligns with the interests of Western allies like the US and UK, such as “enhanced cooperation between Australia and Europe,” “Australia and Europe should cooperate to resist and respond to coercive trade measures by China,” and “Chinese coercion, Australian resilience.”
When addressing topics like climate change, the institute aligns with the scientific consensus and provides well-researched perspectives.
The Lowy Institute generally produces credible reports, but its funding and board composition raise questions about its independence. The Institute receives substantial funding from the Australian government and is associated with entities and individuals closely tied to the government. Founder Frank Lowy is the chair. Its board includes members from the Lowy family and former associates of Westfield, alongside government officials, which may influence its alignment with the Anglo-American sphere’s interests and foreign policy agendas. Therefore, while the Institute produces well-researched analyses, its independence in research endeavors should be carefully considered.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Lowy Institute as right-center biased based on its editorial perspectives that moderately favor the right. We rate them high for factual reporting due to thorough sourcing of information and a clean fact-check record. (M. Huiting 03/10/2024)
Source: https://www.lowyinstitute.org/
Last Updated on April 5, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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