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The Latest Breaking News from Penny Wong

Foreign Minister Penny Wong met her Latvian counterpart in Canberra to discuss the war in Europe, China's aggression in the Pacific and the EU free trade deal.

AAP

Taiwan says China military drills appear to simulate attack, Chinese embassy warns Australia against involvement

China's embassy has taken aim at Australia, the United States and Japan, accusing them of "finger pointing" amid growing tensions with Taiwan.

ABC News

Opposition calls for Australia to develop missiles, warning ‘lucky country’ era is over

Shadow defence minister Andrew Hastie warns of ‘bleak’ outlook in region as Chinese embassy condemns Australia’s ‘finger-pointing’

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Myanmar shadow embassy opens in Canberra to champion Aung San Suu Kyi’s ousted government

Not far from the imposing, official embassy is a welcoming space in a rented house where Australian and Myanmar flags fly alongside symbols of the resistance

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s nuanced response to Taiwan tensions shows ‘adults are back in charge’

The Albanese government faced a powder keg moment when US congressional leader Nancy Pelosi travelled to Taiwan. Fortunately Penny Wong was in charge

The New Daily

Russian billionaire Alexander Abramov suing Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong over financial sanctions

Steel mogul Alexander Abramov argues sanctions the federal government has imposed over Russia's invasion of Ukraine have caused him severe reputational damage.

ABC News

Russian billionaire sues over reputation

A Russian billionaire has launched legal action against Australia's foreign minister, claiming sanctions imposed over Ukraine have caused reputational harm.

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Asean ministers warn Taiwan tensions could spark 'open conflicts'

Southeast Asian foreign ministers urged restraint Thursday as China launched massive military drills off Taiwan, warning the situation risked spiralling into "open conflicts".

Bangkok Post

Midwinter ball back - in spring - with a chance to win a tennis match with the PM

Fancy a game of tennis with Anthony Albanese? Dinner with Penny Wong? Both experiences will be up for auction at this year's Midwinter Ball

The Canberra Times

Liberal MP Bridget Archer to cross the floor on climate bill – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Allegations of torture by Myanmar's military regime revealed in new Amnesty International report

A new report on torture carried out by Myanmar's military regime describes people being hit and kicked, tasered or touched with electrical wires, and subjected to gender-based violence.

ABC News

Chinese company eyes Solomon Islands deep-water port

A Chinese state-owned company is negotiating to buy a forestry plantation with a deep-water port and World War II airstrip in Solomon Islands amid concerns that China wants to establish a naval foothold in the South Pacific country

The Independent UK

Gravely ill mother-in-law of detained Australian Chau Van Kham has dying wish to see him freed from Vietnam

The family of Australian Chau Van Kham say his mother-in-law is gravely ill and her dying wish is to see him before she passes away.

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Human rights group calls for Australia to 'get off the fence' amid fears of further executions in Myanmar

An international human rights organisation is criticising the Australian government's response to the execution of four pro-democracy activists by Myanmar's military, accusing Canberra of being a "laggard" and out of step with its allies.

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Australian officials set to attend opening of Myanmar 'representative office' in Canberra for shadow government

Myanmar's National Unity Government announces it will open its own diplomatic mission in a rented house in Canberra, near Myanmar's official embassy in Yarralumla.

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How Malaysian police turned missing Adelaide woman Anna Jenkins from a victim into a criminal

Anna Jenkins went missing in Malaysia in 2017, and her remains weren't found for another three years. While her son Greg Jenkins believes she was the victim of a robbery gone wrong, authorities have tried to paint a different story, as the inquest into her death continues.

ABC News

Signs China trade war could be ending, but farmers remain wary

Rumours are swirling that China may backflip on its Australian trade restrictions with a change in federal government, but some producers have put the country firmly in their rear-vision mirror.

The Guardian - AU

Dfat concerned about ability to help Australians overseas amid international crises, documents show

Department’s incoming brief to Penny Wong warns of consular and passport issues as well as citizens detained in Syria

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Australia-China reset a high-stakes challenge

A recent meeting between the two countries gave each side an opportunity to present their view of the relationship - but the position presented by China shows a troubling gulf in perceptions.

The Guardian - AU

China says relationship with Australia ready to ‘set sail again’ amid hopes coal import ban will be scrapped

Wang Yi’s declaration that China willing to ‘recalibrate’ ties accompanies possibility of compromise on trade disputes

The Conversation

As China flexes its muscles in the Indo-Pacific, Canada and Australia must step up

Neither Canada nor Australia currently has a comprehensive strategy for the Indo-Pacific region. But it’s essential that both develop one given the rapidly evolving environment in the area.

ABC News

US Vice-President Kamala Harris makes virtual appearance at Pacific Islands Forum to unveil major plans for the region

Despite major powers being sidelined from the Pacific Islands Forum, Vice-President Kamala Harris appears virtually to make a series of announcements showing the US is intent on reasserting its presence in the region as China continues to expand its footprint.

The Guardian - AU

Australia at odds with neighbouring nations on new coal and gas projects at Pacific Islands Forum

Pacific leaders optimistic about Albanese government’s climate action and willingness to engage, but major sticking point remains

The Independent UK

Australia foreign minister urges Pacific neighbors to unite

Australia’s foreign minister is urging Pacific island neighbors to unite on their shared challenges of U.S.-China strategic competition, climate change and COVID-19

AAP

PIF leaders lament loss of Pacific unity

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has joined calls urging Micronesian breakaway nation Kiribati to return to the Pacific Islands Forum.

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