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Kim Jong-un invites Putin to North Korea for talks

Kim Jong-un invites Putin to North Korea for talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from Kim Jong-un to attend a meeting in North Korea, state media reports.

Putin and North Korea's Kim talk Ukraine and satellites

Putin and North Korea's Kim talk Ukraine and satellites

Putin and North Korea's Kim talk Ukraine and satellites

Putin and North Korea's Kim talk Ukraine and satellites

President Vladimir Putin has held a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at a new space launch station in Russia's Far East.

Australia sanctions more Iranian human rights abusers

Australia sanctions more Iranian human rights abusers

Australia sanctions more Iranian human rights abusers

Australia sanctions more Iranian human rights abusers

The Australian government has released a further tranche of sanctions against Iranian officials who have threatened to persecute women and censored protests.

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Foreign minister lauds Australia's role in Russia flak

Foreign minister lauds Australia's role in Russia flak

Debate is raging over the strength of international statements condemning Russia issued over a series of summits, including the G20.

Niger junta says France deploying troops to intervene

Niger junta says France deploying troops to intervene

Former coloniser France has not addressed claims it has deployed troops around West Africa in preparation to use force as a last resort to restore democracy.

Modi calls for virtual meet as India's G20 summit wraps

Modi calls for virtual meet as India's G20 summit wraps

Narendra Modi has called for a virtual meeting of G20 leaders in November as India closes the 2023 summit and hands the bloc presidency to Brazil.

G20 'almost ready' with leaders' declaration: India

G20 'almost ready' with leaders' declaration: India

India is working on diplomatic ways to deliver a G20 statement on the war in Ukraine to avoid an impasse when it hosts the group's annual summit in New Delhi.

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Albanese's China visit 'appropriate', Dutton says

Albanese's China visit 'appropriate', Dutton says

Albanese's China visit 'appropriate', Dutton says

Albanese's China visit 'appropriate', Dutton says

A visit by the prime minister to China, despite unresolved issues including the detention of Australians, will be supported by the opposition.

Olive branch extended to China for wine tax sour grapes

Olive branch extended to China for wine tax sour grapes

Olive branch extended to China for wine tax sour grapes

Olive branch extended to China for wine tax sour grapes

Australia has offered to suspend its World Trade Organisation wine dispute against China in return for a review of the tariffs in the hope they'll be removed.

New Vanuatu PM to 'rethink' Australian security pact

New Vanuatu PM to 'rethink' Australian security pact

New Vanuatu PM to 'rethink' Australian security pact

New Vanuatu PM to 'rethink' Australian security pact

New Vanuatu Prime Minister Sato Kilman says he believes a security pact signed with Australia will need to be reworked to make it through parliament.

Soil health key to global food security, US expert says

Soil health key to global food security, US expert says

Soil health key to global food security, US expert says

Soil health key to global food security, US expert says

A conference exploring global food security will be told that improving soil health is vital if food security is ever to be achieved.

Putin tells Erdogan: we're ready to discuss grain

Putin tells Erdogan: we're ready to discuss grain

Putin tells Erdogan: we're ready to discuss grain

Putin tells Erdogan: we're ready to discuss grain

It is hoped the meeting between the Turkish and Russian heads of state will result in new life being breathed into the crucial Black Sea grain deal.

PM looks to boost regional ties before crucial summits

PM looks to boost regional ties before crucial summits

PM looks to boost regional ties before crucial summits

PM looks to boost regional ties before crucial summits

Anthony Albanese will embark on a week-long visit to Asia ahead of critical talks with world leaders at the ASEAN and G20 summits.

Australia stands by aid after Ukraine minister resigns

Australia stands by aid after Ukraine minister resigns

Australia stands by aid after Ukraine minister resigns

Australia stands by aid after Ukraine minister resigns

The foreign affairs department says it has robust procedures in place to protect against corruption stemming from aid as the Ukrainian defence minister resigns.

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Australia raises concerns over Tibet freedom crackdown

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australia will continue to raise human rights concerns with China during bilateral meetings as it marks Tibet Lobby Day.

Australian, Chinese ministers join virtual global talks

The Australian and Chinese foreign ministers will join world leaders at a virtual town hall meeting ahead of the G20 summit to discuss global challenges.

Australia welcomes China shipments after barley barney

Trade Minister Don Farrell has welcomed the first Australian barley exports making their way to China after punitive trade tariffs were dropped.

Australian writer fears he may die in Chinese prison

The foreign minister has raised concerns about the health of a detained Australian in China as the government works to secure his release after numerous delays.

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Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Europe is keeping a close eye on Australia's foreign policy as it seeks to counter China's growing aggression.

Labor gets conference backing for workplace overhaul

Labor faithful have aired concerns on foreign policy issues and urged the government to press ahead with new workplace laws.

New Zealand skipping pavilion at 2024 Venice Biennale

New Zealand will not be staging a national pavilion at next year's Venice Biennale as it focuses on building capacity for future exhibitions.

Expert questions practicality of China education pact

An Australia-China relations expert says a memorandum of understanding flagged for the education sector is unlikely to substantively change anything.

Kiwis lining up in droves to become Aussie citizens

More than 15,000 New Zealanders have started the process to become Australian citizens since changes to the pathway came into effect.

Senator says Labor stoush avoided after Israel change

Trade Minister Don Farrell says he expects the Labor national conference to back in changes to the party's stance on Israel.

Cheng Lei's human rights should be respected: PM

Australia is continuing to push for the release of journalist Cheng Lei from a Chinese prison, while balancing the countries' frayed diplomatic relationship.

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