On the 8th anniversary of the downing of #MH17, we remember the 298 victims, including the 38 people who called Australia home.
Australia is steadfast in our pursuit of truth, justice and accountability.
Photo: Wreath-laying ceremony at the Parliament House Garden
Following Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s resignation as President, Australia calls for all parties in Sri Lanka to respect democratic & constitutional processes.
We urge parties to work together, with the
Preserving the Blue Pacific’s marine environment and fish stocks is critical to food security and to ensure prosperity for future generations.
We welcome
announced following his Ukraine visit, Australia will intervene in the case.
Russia must be held to account for its illegal and unprovoked aggression against Ukraine.
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It is in the interest of the international community that the 1948 Convention must not be misused or abused.
Read the statement: https://onu.delegfrance.org/we-consider-that-russia-s-violations-of-international-law-engage-its…
Australia will listen to, and work with, our Pacific family on Pacific priorities - tackling climate change, partnering in development and making our region stronger.
Thank you to Vanuatu’s Foreign Minister Ati for sharing your experience and views with me yesterday.
It was good to meet Solomon Islands’ Foreign Minister Manele in person for the first time in Suva.
I appreciated our discussion and look forward to more dialogue.
Australia is proudly home to the oldest enduring culture on the planet.
Our foreign policy should express the full measure of who we are.
I was proud to see the heritage of our First Nations peoples showcased alongside the diverse cultures of #ourBluePacific at #Fiji2022.
for welcoming leaders and delegates to this year’s Pacific Islands Forum.
The PIF Leaders’ Meeting formally commenced with a Sevusevu - a traditional Fijian welcome ceremony.
with Prime Minister Albanese, to sign the book of condolence for former Prime Minister Abe.
In times of sorrow, we recognise the strength in Australia’s enduring friendship with Japan.
We mourn with the people of Japan.
this week.
Grateful for her forthright contributions at the #G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - holding Russia to account for its war in Ukraine, which is driving the world’s food and energy crisis.
In Bali, I met with Foreign Ministers from MIKTA - Mexico, Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Turkey & Australia.
We are committed to working together to promote global stability and prosperity – both threatened by Russia’s war on Ukraine and the global food & energy crisis.
I was delighted to attend the Pacific Islands Forum yesterday on my first visit to the Pacific as Minister. I deeply appreciated hearing directly from our Pacific family about the challenges facing our region & the aspirations of our region.
We spoke frankly and we listened carefully to each other's priorities and concerns.
The Australian Government will always act in our national interest and to safeguard our sovereignty.
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Tonight I met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
We have our differences, but it is in both our countries’ interests for the relationship to be stabilised.
An important discussion about a range of bilateral, regional, trade and consular issues of concern.
Thank you to our host Indonesia for a constructive G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting – an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of multilateralism at a time when the world faces great challenges - from Russia’s war in Ukraine, to food security and climate change.
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I join the Prime Minister in offering heartfelt condolences to Mr Abe’s family and all the people of Japan for this most terrible loss.
Australia has lost a true friend and we mourn with you.
Shocked and saddened by the tragic death of former Japanese PM Abe Shinzo. He was a great friend and ally to Australia. Deepest sympathies to his family and the people of Japan. We mourn with you.
for her work to ensure the #G20 Meeting is a success.
Indonesia’s theme is ‘Recover Together, Recover Stronger’- it could not be more pressing.
The G20 has a vital role in ensuring food and energy security - both are threatened by Russia’s immoral war.
Frank Bainimarama at the #G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.
Australia appreciates Fiji’s global leadership on climate change and in response to Russia’s war on Ukraine.
We look forward to joining you in Suva next week for the Pacific Islands Forum.
on this and other shared interests, such as supply chain resilience.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to meet today, and for the Minister’s generosity in sharing his experience and insights.
There are exciting opportunities for the partnerships between Australia and Singapore to grow, including through the negotiation of a world-first Green Economy Agreement.
for a valuable discussion today.
Australia's relationship with Singapore is one of our closest and most comprehensive, anchored in shared strategic and economic interests.
This #NAIDOC Week, Australia celebrates the history, culture and achievements of First Nations peoples.
We are committed to ensuring indigenous voices and experiences are at the heart of our international engagement by delivering a First Nations foreign policy.
Emergency M’ment System to get top satellite imagery on #NSWFloods. Builds on 200 ADF troops & 2 helicopters already deployed. Great cooperation b/w Fed & State agencies. I’m off to
has shown bravery and leadership emblematic of his people in the face of Russia’s brutal and illegal invasion. My visit to Ukraine sends a clear message that democratic nations like Australia will stand with the Ukrainian people in their time of need.
Kota Kinabalu is where I am from and I have visited here often since I moved to Australia at the age of 8.
I hope that my story and my family's story can contribute to the relationship between the nation of my birth and the nation to which I belong.
for a productive meeting.
Australia highly values our trade and investment relationship with Malaysia. Together, we are committed to supporting our post-COVID economic recoveries.
Our future is tied to that of the region we share with Malaysia.
The Minister and I discussed the importance of ASEAN in ensuring the region remains stable, peaceful and prosperous.
We also discussed our deep concerns about the deteriorating situation in Myanmar.
We agreed to bring greater momentum to our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with a focus on practical cooperation in areas such as education, digital transformation and cybersecurity.
I was born in Malaysia and it is an honour to be visiting now as Australia’s Foreign Minister.
I had a warm and productive meeting with my counterpart,