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In accordance with item 6A of regulation 6 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has designated for targeted financial sanctions and declared for travel bans (together 'listed').

The Australian Sanctions Office (ASO) has released 4 new guidance and advisory notes. and updated 1 guidance note to assist the regulated community understand their sanctions obligations.

Eight years ago, the Myanmar military launched a campaign of systemic violence against Rohingya communities, leading to mass displacement, widespread human rights violations and abuses, and untold suffering. Today, more than 1.1 million Rohingya remain displaced in Bangladesh, along with hundreds of thousands elsewhere in the region and internally in Myanmar.

In light of the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, we, the undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition, urge Israel to allow immediate independent foreign media access and afford protection for journalists operating in Gaza.

Ms Jane Duke has been appointed as Australia’s next Ambassador to Counter Modern Slavery, People Smuggling and Human Trafficking. Ms Duke’s appointment highlights the Australian Government's ongoing commitment to working with partners as we strive to eradicate all forms of modern slavery.

The Honourable Michelle O’Byrne has been appointed as Australia’s next Ambassador for Gender Equality. The Ambassador will help drive Australia’s efforts to end gender-based violence, promote economic equality and inclusive trade, support women’s participation in climate and humanitarian action, and champion women’s leadership across the Indo-Pacific.

Mr Will Nankervis has been appointed as Australia’s next Ambassador for Climate Change. Mr Nankervis’ appointment underscores Australia’s ongoing commitment to work with partners to drive action on climate change.

Australia welcomes the announcement of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on 8 August 2025.

Joint statement from the Commonwealth of Australia, Canada, and The United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland.

Australia welcomes the commitment made at the Extraordinary General Border Committee Meeting in Kuala Lumpur on 7 August to fully and effectively implement the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand, including the establishment of an ASEAN-led observer mechanism.