International Security (ISD)

Australia has enacted legislation to ensure it meets its international obligations under United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1267 (and successor resolutions) and 1373 to freeze the assets of terrorists.

Australia is strongly committed to countering people smuggling and human trafficking. Combatting these transnational crimes requires close cooperation bilaterally, regionally and multilaterally. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade leads diplomatic engagement on these issues and also provides practical cooperation and assistance to help counter trafficking and smuggling in our region.

Information on international anti-corruption efforts and Anti-corruption and bribery

Maintaining Australian leadership in global arms control, non-proliferation and disarmament efforts is a fundamental pillar of the Government’s response to international security challenges.

The purpose of Australia's counter-terrorism effort is to safeguard Australia, its people and its interests from the harms of terrorism and violent extremism

The proliferation of cruise and ballistic missiles, in particular long-range missiles, is of great concern to Australia and many other countries.