South and Southeast Asia (SSG)

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.

This evaluation reviews the contribution of partnerships to development and diplomacy outcomes from the Australia-Mekong Water Facility (AMWF) which was established through a grant agreement between DFAT and eWater Group to strengthen Australia’s engagement with Mekong countries in the water sector.

Today marks seven years since the Myanmar military’s violent attacks caused mass displacement of Rohingya communities.

The Mekong-Australia Partnership aims to progress the goal of a more resilient and inclusive Mekong subregion that pursues joint solutions to shared and transboundary challenges.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural Australia-India Strategic and Technology Policy Initiative (SATPI) grant round. 

Australia notes the Thai Constitutional Court decision on 7 August to dissolve the Move Forward Party and impose a political ban on eleven current and former members of its executive.

Australia’s International Development Policy presents a long-term vision for how the development program will meet the critical needs of our partners, support sustainable development and help lift people out of poverty. Australia seeks relationships based on respect, and partnerships that create economic and social value for us all.

Australia and Viet Nam held the 19th Australia-Viet Nam Human Rights Dialogue on 30 July 2024 in Canberra, Australia.

In accordance with item 6, regulation 6 of the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011 (Cth) (the Regulations), the Minister for Foreign Affairs (the Minister) has previously designated for targeted financial sanctions, or declared for travel bans (together 'listed'), by legislative instrument

The SEAG2G value proposition is that by leveraging Australia’s institutions and expertise, Australia can support partner countries to respond to critical economic development opportunities and challenges.