The Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) is an Australian research institute and think tank which focuses on International relations. It publishes the Australian Journal of International Affairs. It is one of the oldest active private research institutes in Australia.: 117  The current National President of the AIIA is Dr Heather Smith who succeeded Allan Gyngell AO, the former executive director of the Australian Office of National Assessments. The current National Executive Director is Dr Bryce Wakefield. Source: Wikipedia (en)