Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Diplomacy

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

PM to recognise Palestine at UN, awaits Trump meeting

Anthony Albanese is off on a whirlwind trip during which he will recognise Palestine's statehood at the UN and potentially meet with US President Donald Trump.

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

Trump hails US, UK's 'unbreakable bond' at talks

US President Donald Trump has arrived to hold talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his Chequers country estate.

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Pacific snags could follow Albanese to Trump meeting

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has little to show from his recent Pacific sojourn, before a hotly anticipated meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

ABC spells it out: Trump-taunted reporter 'doing job'

ABC spells it out: Trump-taunted reporter 'doing job'

Donald Trump's dressing-down of an Australian journalist has been condemned at home and abroad as he hints at a long-awaited meeting with Anthony Albanese.

Setback for PM as landmark PNG defence pact delayed

Setback for PM as landmark PNG defence pact delayed

A landmark defence pact between Australia and Papua New Guinea has been delayed after the Pacific nation's cabinet didn't sign off on the agreement in time.

Australia urged to lasso US back to Indo-Pacific region

Australia urged to lasso US back to Indo-Pacific region

Australia should use its close relationship with the US to convince it to devote more time and attention to the Indo-Pacific, a former senior official says.

Papua New Guinea swells with pride for golden jubilee

Papua New Guinea swells with pride for golden jubilee

Papua New Guineans are draping themselves in the national colours to celebrate 50 years since the country's flag was first raised to mark its independence.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

PM hopes for snappy signing of 'crocodile' defence pact

PM hopes for snappy signing of 'crocodile' defence pact

PM hopes for snappy signing of 'crocodile' defence pact

PM hopes for snappy signing of 'crocodile' defence pact

Anthony Albanese is banking on no last-minute glitches holding up the signing of a major defence pact between Australia and its closest neighbour.

Billions in deals to be announced during Trump UK visit

Billions in deals to be announced during Trump UK visit

Billions in deals to be announced during Trump UK visit

Billions in deals to be announced during Trump UK visit

Deals worth billions will be announced during US President Donald Trump's visit to the UK where he will be treated to the ultimate display of royal pageantry.

Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ

Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ

Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ

Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ

Papua New Guinea will soon be seen as an Australian ally on the same level as New Zealand and the United States.

Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US

Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US

Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US

Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US

Australia insists a $12 billion spend on a defence precinct is about boosting the nation's capabilities, but experts say the increase is not significant.

Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault

Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault

Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault

Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault

Russia says it has downed more than 361 Ukrainian drones after an attack on its Kirishi oil refinery, as Kyiv says it conducted a "successful strike".

'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending

'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending

'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending

'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending

Australia is spruiking its defence budget and a planned facility to support nuclear submarines deal as a major security pact remains under US review.

Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal

Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal

Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal

Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal

Australia and Papua New Guinea will sign a major security deal that will allow citizens of the Pacific nation to serve in Australia's military.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary

Papua New Guinea will be alight with festivity as world leaders and dignitaries gather in Port Moresby to celebrate the 50th anniversary of independence.

Trump calls Albanese 'a good man' after latest call

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now had four "really warm" conversations with Donald Trump as the US president praised him for being a "good man".

Britain sacks US ambassador over Epstein links

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has fired the UK’s ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, over his links to the convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Australia affirms Vanuatu support after treaty delayed

Australia will continue to engage with Vanuatu over the finer details of a major security and economic agreement after its signing was stalled over its wording.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Australia wants peace after Israel's 'criminal assault'

Australia has joined the condemnation of Israel's "criminal assault" on Qatar, but pro-Israel groups have blamed Doha for harbouring Hamas' leaders.

PM confident of Vanuatu pact despite treaty delay

A $500 million security pact between Australia and Vanuatu has been put on hold despite talks between Anthony Albanese and his Pacific counterpart.

Latest phone chat points towards Albanese-Trump meeting

A phone call between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump makes a face-to-face meeting of the two leaders more likely, experts say.

China-Australia jockeying heightens Pacific forum mess

Australia is working with the Solomon Islands to limit China's security presence after declaring Beijing has no role to play in policing the Pacific.

PM talks up 'warm' Trump phone call but no meeting set

Anthony Albanese has held his fourth phone call with President Donald Trump, but there has been no update on the result of a critical US defence review.

Iran downgrades ties with Australia after arson row

Tehran has "reduced Australia's diplomatic presence in Iran" in response to Canberra booting Tehran's envoy over accusations Iran directed attacks on its soil.

Daniel Andrews breaks silence on China parade outing

Dan Andrews is unrepentant about attending a military show of might in China, where he was photographed with dictators and alleged war criminals.

Topics

Politics Australia Europe United Kingdom Unrest, Conflicts and War Economy, Business and Finance Middle East Police International Relations Diplomacy Defence Sexual Assault Imperial and Royal Matters International Foreign Trade Air Transport Economy Pacific Island Nations News Media Espionage and Intelligence National Security

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here