PM tells China ‘we value WTO trade rules framework’
Anthony Albanese says any country, including China, that wants to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership must be ready to meet its high standards.
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No quick fix to remaining tariffs ahead of China visit
China's remaining tariffs on Australian products won't be removed immediately despite the prime minister's upcoming visit, Murray Watt says.
Hope but uncertainty for Aussies in Gaza as exit opens
More Australians have escaped Gaza, crossing into Egypt to await commercial flights home as bombs continue to rain down on the besieged strip.
Jailed Aussie academic on PM’s radar for China trip
The sons of an Australian man jailed in China have heard from the prime minister after urging him to pressure Beijing for their father's release.
PM talks up trade breakthrough ahead of China trip
With removing trade blockages high on the agenda, Anthony Albanese says he won't avoid the difficult questions when he meets with China's president.
Albanese prepares for China following US talks
Having returned from an official visit to the United States, Anthony Albanese is gearing up for top-level talks in China.
Warning for Australians in Lebanon amid conflict
The government has again warned Australians about the volatile security situation in Lebanon as Israel's war on Hamas threatens to spread across the region.
‘In-depth’ dialogue can steady ties, Wang Yi tells US
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken as part of an ongoing effort to repair the two countries' strained ties.
‘Test of our time’: PM says China projects its values
Anthony Albanese has wrapped up an official visit to the United States with a reflection on China's attempts to change the status quo.
‘No greater friend’: Albanese, Biden toast alliance
US President Joe Biden has hailed Australia's "commitment to facing tough challenges" while hosting Anthony Albanese at a glitzy White House dinner.
China willing to co-operate with US, Xi says
US officials are keen for Beijing to use its influence with Iran and other countries in the Middle East to help prevent the conflict from spreading.
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Extra $2b to finance critical minerals ‘lacks ambition’
An extra $2 billion for the critical minerals supply chain will form part of the Albanese government's plan to support allies and overhaul the economy.
Hong Kong police visit raises concerns
Concerns have been raised about Hong Kong police officers touring Australia and meeting with the AFP after China cracked down on freedoms.
Australians exit war zone ahead of PM talks with Biden
Jordan has helped four Australians and a permanent resident cross the Palestinian border, as concerns grow about a humanitarian disaster.
Albanese-Biden to turn AUKUS vision into reality
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will use his official visit to Washington to turn the AUKUS vision of nuclear-powered submarines into a reality.
PM Albanese set for White House talks with Biden
Anthony Albanese will make an official visit to the US capital next week for talks on climate, jobs and global security with President Joe Biden.
‘Concessions on both sides’ for EU trade deal
Belgium's ambassador to Australia is optimistic a free trade deal between Australia and the European Union will be signed by the end of this year.
Fiji PM welcomes visa green light, Bushmaster pledge
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has attended a demonstration of Bushmaster vehicles that will be supplied to the Pacific nation under a renewed partnership.
British PM visits Israel as Gaza bombardment continues
Israel has continued its punishing bombardment of Gaza as the British prime minister visited Tel Aviv in a show of solidarity.
Chinese diplomat ‘optimistic’ of wine trade resolution
China's ambassador is "optimistic" of a resolution for the trade dispute with Australia, as both nations consider the findings of a report on the issue.
Bushmasters drive an upgrade to Fiji-Australia ties
Extra military support and faster visa processing have been agreed in a meeting between Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Anthony Albanese in Canberra.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.
The reason behind Cheng Lei’s arrest revealed
In her first interview since returning home, journalist Cheng Lei has revealed she was arrested and jailed for three years in Beijing for breaking an embargo.
The donor you know: Fiji PM rejects money with strings
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he won't accept funding with strings attached and will work with Australia as China flexes its muscle in the Pacific.
More evacuated Australians arrive home from Middle East
More than 200 Australians evacuated from Israel have arrived home, as the government looks to secure safe passage for those stuck in Gaza.
Biden to visit Israel on Wednesday, Blinken confirms
US President Joe Biden will hold talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel.
Biden to visit Israel amid humanitarian crisis in Gaza
President Joe Biden's visit to Israel will mark a significant show of US support for its top Middle East ally as it prepares the next stage of its offensive.
Australia evacuates Pacific citizens stuck in Israel
Pacific countries' citizens stuck in Israel have been given seats on Australian flights out as the government increases support for neighbouring nations.
Biden to visit Israel for talks as Iran issues warning
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned Iran and Hezbollah and says Israelis should prepare for a long battle.
Evacuation flights for Aussies stranded in Israel
Hundreds of Australians desperate to leave Israel amid the escalating conflict are being offered seats on government chartered flights and air force planes.
Multiple Aussie evacuation flights due to leave Israel
Multiple government assisted flights are due to take off from Israel with hundreds of Australians struggling to leave the country in the midst of conflict.