International relations

We uphold the main premise of the Special Rapporteur’s report of migrants being rights holders, regardless of their migration status, and reaffirm our duty as States to respect, protect and fulfill their human rights. 

On this International Day of Women in Diplomacy, we reaffirm that the equal and inclusive
representation of women in multilateralism is vital for achieving peace and security, sustainable
development and human rights for all.

At the 56th session of the Human Rights Council, we come together as a collective voice to address the pervasive and harrowing issue of gender-based violence in conflict zones.

Australia's contribution to the 56th Session of the Human Rights Council.

Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs has announced the appointment of highly qualified individuals to lead Australia’s diplomatic post in Surabaya and our representation to the Organization of American States.

Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs has announced the appointment of Ms Natsuko Ogawa as Chair of the Australia-Japan Foundation.

The Australian Government is deeply concerned by a series of dangerous and aggressive actions by China against the Philippines, including on 19, 25 and 31 August near Sabina Shoal.

Australia has joined more than 30 countries in a joint declaration on Venezuela to express concern at the conduct of the recent elections.

Australia is an original signatory to the Antarctic Treaty, signed on 1 December 1959, that entered into force in 1961. The treaty now has 58 Parties.

The Cable Connectivity and Resilience Centre (the Centre) is an Australian Government initiative designed to work with governments and industry across the Indo-Pacific to support the effective development and management of undersea telecommunications cables.