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Belgian delegation wraps up visit with 25 signed agreements in key academic and economic sectors

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The Belgian delegation led by HRH Princess Astrid of Belgium has successfully concluded its extensive one-week visit to Australia. The trip was marked by a series of purposeful engagements, all geared towards strengthening the bonds between the two nations and exploring avenues for enhanced economic collaboration. HRH was accompanied by a high-level Ministerial delegation, including … Continued

Prime Ministers “used” by pro-Israel lobby, APAN says

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The Australia Palestine Advocacy Network expresses alarm that six of the seven living former Australian Prime Ministers have allowed themselves to be used as tool in a campaign by the pro-Israel lobby to minimise Israel’s gross violations of international law.  The statement, drafted by the Zionist Federation of Australia, demonstrated explicit pro-Israel bias, failing to … Continued

Who cares in peacebuilding? Monash University and international partner organisations call for action to improve support for carers

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On the inaugural International Day of Care and Support, Monash University is issuing a joint statement with other universities and senior members of government agencies and international organisations, including the UN, to highlight barriers in the recruitment, retention, and advancement of peacebuilding practitioners with caring responsibilities.   Initial research undertaken by Monash University and the … Continued

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Analysis of PM Albanese’s US Trip and State Dinner  Who: Dr Emma Shortis, Senior Researcher in the Australia Institute’s International & Security Affairs Program  What: Dr Shortis is available to provide analysis and commentary on Prime Minister Albanese’s trip to the Unites States and State Dinner with President Joe Biden.  When:  The State Dinner will take … Continued

Statement on Gaza conflict

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Friday, 20 October 2023 Statement on Gaza conflict   The Law Society of NSW is made up of solicitor members whose backgrounds span the globe, including within the Israeli and Palestinian communities. Our thoughts are particularly with members impacted by the present hostilities in the Middle East. As a constituent member of the Law Council … Continued

Treaties Committee recommends ratification of India Co-Production Agreement

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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties (JSCOT) has tabled a report recommending the ratification of the Audiovisual Co-production Agreement between the Government of Australia and the Government of the Republic of India (Mumbai, 10 March 2023). The Agreement provides a framework for Australia and India to cooperate on the approval and making of audiovisual productions which could include feature … Continued

Australia must condem Israel’s collective punishment of Palestinians

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“Israel’s ordering of a complete siege of Gaza, to halt the supply of electricity, food, water and fuel is a brutal collective punishment, and the Defence Minister calling Palestinians “human animals” must be condemned in the strongest terms by the Australian Government” said Nasser Mashni, the President of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network. “Israel’s brutal … Continued

PJCIS to review military secrets legislation

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The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS) has commenced a review of the Defence Amendment (Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets) Bill 2023. The Bill would amend the Defence Act 1903 to regulate the work that certain former defence staff members can perform for or on behalf of a military organisation or government body of a relevant foreign country, without … Continued