International relations

Minister Payne met the Foreign Minister of Japan, the External Affairs Minister of India and the Secretary of State of the United States for the second Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.

As part of our Economic Recovery Plan for Australia, the 2020-21 Budget continues the Government’s commitment to delivering for all Australians.

Australia congratulates the people of New Caledonia on their second act of self-determination under the Noumea Accord on 4 October 2020.

Foreign Minister Payne announces the appointment of Mr Philip Chronican to the National Foundation for Australia-China Relations Advisory Board for a two-year term.

Mr Paul Griffiths will serve as Australia’s next Ambassador to Israel.

Ms Tiffany McDonald will serve as Australia’s new High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam.

Foreign Minister Payne announces the appointment of Ms Elizabeth Ward as Australia’s next Consul-General in Hong Kong.

Mr Bruce Edwards will serve as Australia’s next Ambassador to Ukraine. Mr Edwards will also be accredited to Moldova.

Foreign Minister Payne will visit Japan from 5-7 October for the second Foreign Ministers’ meeting of the Quad.