Cultural Intelligence Articles
Modern warfare requires Cultural Intelligence
This article was published by John Menadue’s Public Policy Journal “Pearls and Irritations” in Australia on 6 May 2026.
Washington’s strategic defeat in Iran underscores the value of CQint as the third pillar of warfare, alongside Humint and Sigint.
Racism in Australia
A strong streak of racism is deeply embedded in Australian nationalism.
Bringing Cultural Intelligence (CQ) To The Street
Enhanced CQ at the community level is essential for Australia’s social cohesion.
Multiculturalism’s Use-By Date. Are we there yet?
Multiculturalism’s Use-By Date. Are we there yet? Stresses and strains are beginning to show in Australia’s multiculturalism. Does its framework fit a fast-changing social landscape
Indians in Australia: The Great Social Divide
There is growing evidence that the Indians in Anglo-spheric countries are one of the most disliked ethnic communities.
“Black”, the Innocent Word that Wounds
The English word “Black” carries deep-rooted negative connotations that sow racism subconsciously. Its adjectival role is embedded in the Anglo-Spheric language and culture. There is
Gandhi: The Father of Multiculturalism
My talk to mark the 155th anniversary of Gandhi’s birth at the ACT Legislative Assembly on 3 October 2024. Good evening, I acknowledge the Ngunnawal
India Explained: CQ Snippets
This blog will encompass stray and sundry revelations about the Indian civilisational character and mores. Just snippets, which make one aware of aspects of the
“Dear”, “Regards”, “Sincerely” – Really?
By Rakesh Ahuja I recall the moment of a revelation well. It was a dispute with Harcourts insurance company re damage to my Canberra house
CQ India – The Hindu Mind: A Snapshot
Hinduism is a way of life, a living tradition with a deep cultural and spiritual heritage. It is not static like the Abrahamic faiths with
CQ General: Studying Abroad – Does it Advance Interculturalism?
The following article on Indian students in Australian universities was published in the Times of India on 2 August 2009. My conclusion then was that intercultural understanding
Sexism – Gender Roles
The attached sign for room services was hanging on my hotel room door at an upmarket London Hotel in April 2019. Gender wars are continuing,
Humans & Technology: Living With Alexa @ Home
By Rakesh Ahuja 2 January 2020 Just bought Amazon’s Echo Alexa and getting to know her. Very slowly. There is no doubt about the device’s
EMojis – A New Language?
E-mojis [Japanese e (picture) + moji (character)]are entering into our daily written conversation. They are almost becoming another language. My article on this subject was
Values: The Song of the Hindu?
Hinduism is a way of life. Free thinking, individual spiritual growth is encouraged. The Song of the Hindu describes the values of a true Hindu………….
Unconscious Bias?
We, humans, make incredibly quick judgements and assessments of people and situations the moment we ‘experience’ them………
Culture and Physical Distancing?
Non-contact Indian greeting ‘Namaste’ was useful during the Covid pandemic, but ‘touchy, feely’ contacts are pervasive in Indian culture….
Defining Cultural Intelligence – A Practitioner’s Perspective
It is a globalising, shrinking world. Boundaries are blurring across geographical, political, economic and cultural divides. Major cultures are grating against each other like…