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The Australian Government welcomes the decision of the World Trade Organization (WTO) on India’s price support for sugarcane and export subsidies for sugar.

The Morrison Government is continuing to work with international partners to establish Australia as a hydrogen export powerhouse.

Australia is deeply concerned at reports of airstrikes on the Tigray capital, Mekelle, and the escalation of conflict in northern Ethiopia.  Australia condemns the ongoing fighting, use of sexual violence and severe restrictions on humanitarian access.

Today I announce the appointment of Ms Fiona McKergow as Australia’s next High Commissioner to Cyprus.

Today I announce the appointment of Ms Caroline Millar as Australia’s next Ambassador to Belgium. Ms Millar will also be accredited to the European Union (EU), the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), and Luxembourg.

As international borders reopen for travel, many countries around the world will ask travellers to show proof of their COVID-19 vaccinations before they enter.

The Department wishes to clarify the headline and opening paragraph in the Australian Financial Review’s article titled “China’s coercion is a bigger threat than another 9/11: Sinodinos” published on 1 September AEST / 31 August EDT.

The 28th Papua New Guinea–Australia Ministerial Forum was held virtually on 2 September 2021. 

As in any crisis situation, the Australian Government’s priority is to ensure the safety of its citizens. We have over 130 Australians in Afghanistan, working in the UN, NGOs, and elsewhere, and we are working to bring them and their families home.

The Australian Government remains seriously concerned about Ms Cheng's detention and welfare and has regularly raised these issues at senior levels.