- … as to the importance of not halting Australia's progress; our position in the South West Pacific and close political and strategic link with the United States. 7. He asked what drawing was contemplated, I replied that you had in mind the full … as to the importance of not halting Australia's progress; our position in the South West Pacific and close political and strategic link with the United States. 7. He asked what drawing was contemplated, I replied that you had in mind the full …https://dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/historical-documents/Pages/volume-14/53-mcfarlane-to-chifley
- … agreement that the East Asia Summit should remain open and outward looking, with ASEAN as the driving force working in partnership with the other participants of the East Asia Summit. In this context, we welcomed the Russian Federation's … based on the criteria established by ASEAN. 12. We agreed that the EAS would continue to be a leaders'-led Summit for strategic discussions on key issues affecting the region and the evolving regional architecture. We appreciated the … based on the criteria established by ASEAN. 12. We agreed that the EAS would continue to be a leaders'-led Summit for strategic discussions on key issues affecting the region and the evolving regional architecture. We appreciated the …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/regional-architecture/asean/Pages/chairmans-statement-of-the-first-east-asia-summit
- … investments and long term, affordable loan facilities for developing countries in the region; Explore possible modes of strategic fuel stockpiling such as individual programmes, multi-country and/or regional voluntary and commercial … investments and long term, affordable loan facilities for developing countries in the region; Explore possible modes of strategic fuel stockpiling such as individual programmes, multi-country and/or regional voluntary and commercial …https://dfat.gov.au/international-relations/regional-architecture/eas/Pages/cebu-declaration-on-east-asian-energy-security
- … Retrieval System (database) SVP Special Visits Program TAFTA Thailand–Australia Free Trade Agreement TPP Trans-Pacific Partnership (agreement) TSD Trilateral Strategic Dialogue UAE United Arab Emirates UN United Nations UNCTAD United Nations Conference on Trade and Development … Visits Program TAFTA Thailand–Australia Free Trade Agreement TPP Trans-Pacific Partnership (agreement) TSD Trilateral Strategic Dialogue UAE United Arab Emirates UN United Nations UNCTAD United Nations Conference on Trade and Development …https://dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/corporate/annual-reports/asno-annual-report-2010-2011/Pages/glossary-of-acronyms-and-abbreviations
- … Year joined 2011 Current Position: Desk Officer Indonesia Political and Strategic Section Other positions in DFAT: Desk Officer International Economy Section, Philippines Kidnapping Taskforce, … about it later! Last Updated: 22 February 2013 … Year joined 2011 Current Position: Desk Officer Indonesia Political and Strategic Section Other positions in DFAT: Desk Officer International Economy Section, Philippines Kidnapping Taskforce, …https://dfat.gov.au/careers/dfat-aps-careers/staff-profiles/Pages/silai-graduate-profile
- … at the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, and Air Commodore Jasjit Singh, Director of the Centre for Defence and Strategic Analysis, New Delhi, in the Dialogue on Security and Disarmament in the Asia Pacific, conducted by Monash … at the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, and Air Commodore Jasjit Singh, Director of the Centre for Defence and Strategic Analysis, New Delhi, in the Dialogue on Security and Disarmament in the Asia Pacific, conducted by Monash …https://dfat.gov.au/about-us/publications/international-relations/aic-reports/australia-india-council-annual-report-1998-99/Pages/international-relations
- … that WLI can contribute to program outcomes and long-term change by providing opportunities and spaces for 'motivated and strategic individuals'—with a focus on women but also engaging men—to learn new leadership skills, connect with each other, …https://dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards/Pages/australia-awards-womens-leadership-initiative
- … priority areas of focus for the DRG for 2010 </em"> Priorities identified in the June meeting of the Reference Group for strategic focus in November include: Formalise AusAID corporate governance structures and accountability mechanisms for … of the Development for All Performance Assessment Framework. Communication, leadership and capacity building: finalise partnership to support work in these areas and develop a work plan. Disability Resource Facility: hold discussions with … Posts in the Pacific to engage effectively on this issue, and donor support for the Pacific Island Forum to strengthen strategic links – eg engaging with Forum Leaders meetings and economics meetings – and deliver on the Regional Strategy will …https://dfat.gov.au/aid/topics/development-issues/disability-inclusive-development/Pages/drg-reference-group-communique-2
- … bilateral visits and exchange that had enabled regular high-level dialogue between leaders. Officials exchanged views on strategic and economic developments in the Indo-Pacific and the implications for both countries. They agreed to enhance …https://dfat.gov.au/news/media/Pages/shared-bilateral-and-regional-priorities-feature-at-senior-officials-meeting-between-timor-leste-and-australia
- … visited Tonga. This visit focused on political, economic, defence, policing and education links. The Tonga-Australia Aid Partnership was also signed, reflecting Australia and Tonga's shared development priorities and providing a clear strategic focus for our aid investments over the next three years. This visit follows four high-level visits to Tonga in … relations Australia and Tonga enjoy a close bilateral relationship, supported by our development cooperation, security partnership, and strong people-to-people links. In September 2025, Australia and Tonga signed a Statement of Intent agreeing …https://dfat.gov.au/geo/tonga/tonga-country-brief