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📍 Learn about the work of the Embassy in Chile: chile.embassy.gov.au 📲 Follow us at @AusEmbCL

Australia works closely with Chile on a range of interests – from trade to science collaboration in Antarctica and on astronomy. Andrew Martin, Ambassador to Chile, explains the inspiration he gains from working across the breadth and depth of the relationship.

This Week at DFAT 🇦🇺📸 Assistant Minister Thistlethwaite at the Jakarta Cathedral; DFAT’s 24/7 Global Watch Office; Ambassador to Singapore at the former Changi Prison; MH17 12th Commemoration.

In a world facing growing uncertainty, strong partnerships matter more than ever. At the @McKellInstitute, Minister for International Development Dr Anne Aly discussed how Australia is deepening partnerships across the Indo-Pacific.

India is the world’s fastest-growing major economy and Australia’s fifth largest trading partner. High Commissioner to India, Philip Green OAM, shares how our growing agricultural ties are strengthening our relationship. @AusHCIndia

Ten years have passed since an Arbitral Tribunal constituted under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) made a unanimous, clear, and binding ruling in the South China Sea arbitration between the Philippines and China. Read our joint statement: dfat.gov.au/news/media-rel…

This Week at DFAT 🇦🇺📸 Prime Minister Albanese and Prime Minister Modi in Melbourne; signing the Vuvale Union and the Ocean of Peace Alliance; DFAT’s NAIDOC Week smoking ceremony; entry into force of the Pukpuk Treaty.

This NAIDOC Week, DFAT came together to recognise 50 years of celebrating the achievements, culture and leadership of First Nations peoples.

Welcome to Australia @narendramodi! Australia and India's relationship has never been more consequential. I was pleased to welcome PM Narendra Modi to Government House in Melbourne, as we discussed deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between our two countries.

Australia and Fiji are Vuvale - family - and now we are allies. Today, Prime Minister Albanese and Prime Minister Rabuka signed two major upgrades to our relationship - the Vuvale Union and the Ocean of Peace Alliance. It is an honour to be here in Suva on this historic day.

This Week at DFAT 🇦🇺📸 Marking the Vanuatu–Australia Nakamal Agreement in Canberra; Australian Federal Police visits DFAT; the COP31 Pacific Partnerships reception; women’s AFL in Laos.

Trade supports Australian jobs, businesses and living standards. As global markets evolve, Australia is working to ensure exporters can seize new opportunities and remain competitive. Read the Assistant Minister's speech at the annual industry forum: ministers.dfat.gov.au/minister/matt-…

Australia extends its deepest sympathies to the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. Australia will provide $2 million in humanitarian assistance through @ifrc and UN @WFP to deliver lifesaving support, including food, shelter, healthcare and clean water.

📍 Learn about the work of the Consulate-General in Mumbai: mumbai.consulate.gov.au 📲 Follow us at @AusCG_Mumbai

India and Australia have never been closer. In Mumbai, the heart of Bollywood, Consul-General Paul Murphy is finding new ways to bring our countries closer – including film cooperation.

The Trade 2040 Taskforce report sets out an expert analysis of global trade challenges, with clear guidance to build a stronger, more resilient economy, deliver for Australians, and unlock new opportunities through technology and clean energy. dfat.gov.au/publications/t…

From all of us at DFAT, go the Socceroos! Like all Australians, we're watching and supporting from around the world.

This Week at DFAT 🇦🇺📸 The annual Pasifika Celebration with Assistant Minister Green; Australia's Ambassador with the President of Chile; discussing the power of sport in Canberra and the United States.

Rich discussion today between the Group of Friends for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel and @UNReliefChief Tom Fletcher. Protecting humanitarian workers - especially local and national staff - demands sustained political focus and practical action. @GOF_PHP

📍 Learn about the work of the Australian Mission to ASEAN: asean.mission.gov.au 📲 Follow us at @AusAmbASEAN

Australia sees the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the centre of a stable and prosperous region. Tiffany McDonald, Australia’s Ambassador to ASEAN, discusses how the rules and relationships we build through ASEAN increase our region’s resilience.