International relations

Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs visited Kabul and affirmed Australia’s support for the Afghanistan Government and people during this time of change for the country. 

India, France and Australia are committed to advancing their shared values and working together to achieve a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific.

Australia will deliver essential medical supplies to India today as part of our initial package of support to the Indian Government’s programme for combatting the country’s current COVID-19 outbreak.

Ms Emily Luck will be Australia’s next High Commissioner to Samoa. Ms Luck will also be accredited to American Samoa.

Ms Claire Scott will be Australia’s first resident Consul-General in Papeete, French Polynesia.

Mr Brek Batley will be Australia’s first resident Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). Australia’s new diplomatic mission in Majuro reflects our ongoing commitment to a resilient and prosperous Pacific. 

Ms Adelle Neary will be Australia’s next Consul-General in Chengdu.

Australia is continuing the growth of our strong ties with the Pacific, today opening two new diplomatic missions in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and French Polynesia.