Development

The Australian Government is supporting a peaceful, stable, and prosperous future for Australia and our region by investing in climate resilient agriculture and food security through a mix of global, regional and bilateral initiatives.

Australia's Strategy for Investments in Economic Infrastructure guides our official aid expenditure in infrastructure and supports our program teams to make informed investment choices within their respective global, regional or country level allocations for 2017-18 and beyond.

Education enables development and is crucial to helping people overcome poverty. Australia and its neighbours benefit from aid program investments in education which support human development, economic growth and stability across the region.

Supporting efforts to improve the quality and reach of social protection is an underpinning element of Australia’s International Development Policy.

Agriculture was one of Australia's first industries and remains one of the main pillars of the Australian economy.

Profound challenges continue to reshape our world, testing our collective resolve. The new policy is centred on listening, respect and genuine partnership. It will guide how Australia's development program supports a peaceful, stable, and prosperous future for Australia and our region – ensuring it is fit for these complex times.