Wong’s warning from Korean no man’s land
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has made a visit to a significant location to warn North Korea’s “escalatory actions” are a threat to Australia’s security.
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Wong’s new warning to Russia over MH17
Penny Wong has made a fresh commitment on the 10-year anniversary of the downing of a Malaysian Airlines flight in Ukraine that killed 298 people.
Concerns for grandmother in Japanese jail
The family of a grandmother arrested over alleged drug smuggling in Japan have expressed concern for her welfare.
Australia takes punt on sporting diplomacy
The Foreign Minister says the government is looking to use Australia’s sporting ability to strengthen our influence internationally.
‘Cannot continue’: Wong’s warning to Israel
Penny Wong has issued a warning to Israel as the international community widely condemns a deadly attack on displaced Palestinians.
Flights cleared to rescue Aussies in New Caledonia
French authorities will allow two Australian Government assisted-departure flights to rescue tourists amid violent riots.
ADF on standby to help stranded Aussies
Australia’s Foreign Minister says the Australian Defence Force is “ready” to help Australians stranded on New Caledonia amid the exploding political unrest.
Aussies warned over deadly riots
Australia has increased its travel warning and a state of emergency has been declared for an island hotspot after four people were killed in riots, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong calling for calm.
‘Shameful day’: Aus blasted on Palestine vote
Australia’s decision to join 142 countries to back greater recognition of Palestine at the UN has prompted backlash from a peak Jewish body.
‘Shameful day’: Aus blasted on Palestine vote
Australia’s decision to join 142 countries to back greater recognition of Palestine at the UN has prompted backlash from a peak Jewish body.
Urgent warning ahead of major vote
A major vote on Palestinian statehood could be held as early as Friday, with one group cautioning Penny Wong against doing one thing.
Dutton unleashes on Wong, Albo
Peter Dutton has unleashed on both Penny Wong and Anthony Albanese, accusing them of trying to relive their uni days for a political win.
‘Reckless act’: Dutton’s swipe at Wong
Peter Dutton has blasted Penny Wong over her comments about a possible Palestinian state.
Albo downplays big Palestine call
Anthony Albanese says there is nothing to see here after his Foreign Minister floated a change to how Australia views a Palestinian state.
Why Wong’s Palestine shift matters
Penny Wong’s latest remarks on Palestine have sparked a furious pushback from various groups. But what does it all mean and why should you care?
Wong’s huge call on Palestinian state
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has given a massive indication that the federal government may recognise Palestinian statehood in a bid to achieve a two-state solution with Israel.
Penny’s major move after Zomi’s death
The fallout from the death of Zomi Frankcom continues, with Australia taking a new step to ensure Israel is held accountable.
Major move over slain aid workers
A special adviser will oversee Israel’s probe into the deaths of seven aid workers, including an Australian, in Gaza after the Federal Government slammed the initial response to soldiers being fired.
Touching tribute for Aussie killed in Gaza
Penny Wong has led tributes for the aid worker killed in Gaza, as Australia lays down the law with Israel.
Wong’s rebuke after migration plan thwarted
The government failed to ram its last-minute deportation bill through parliament after the Coalition joined the Greens and the crossbench to block the legislation in the Senate.
Horror disease threatening Aussie neighbours
It’s a fatal disease that kills someone every 20 seconds and most of it is in our backyard, crippling our neighbours from PNG to Vietnam.
‘Speak out’: Protests greet China minister
Human rights protesters have rallied outside Parliament House as Penny Wong meets with her Chinese counterpart for the first time in seven years.
China’s brutal snub to Penny Wong
China’s top foreign affairs official Wang Yi has been accused of snubbing Australia again by refusing to front up to a press conference.
Penny Wong ties the knot in secret wedding
Foreign Minister Penny Wong – who had not previously publicly acknowledged she was engaged – has married her long-term partner in a stunning ceremony.
Australia reinstates vital Gaza funding
Australia will “unpause” vital funding to the United Nations agency in Gaza, a month after it was suspended over terrorism links.
Australia’s call on new MH370 search
The Australian government says it is “ready to assist” in a search for MH370 as families mark a grim milestone.
Wong’s subtle dig at Keating’s China ‘lecture’
It came after the former prime minister lashed Australia’s approach to mending relations with China as a “goon show”.
‘Unjustifiable’: Wong’s message to Israel
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has called on Israel to ‘not go down the path’ of carrying out a planned offensive.
‘Sack her’: Dutton calls for Wong’s job
Peter Dutton says Penny Wong’s job is “untenable” if Australia resumes its funding to a major aid organisation allegedly linked to Hamas.
‘No alternative: Wong’s huge Gaza call
Australia must follow through in investigating serious allegations against the key UN agency for Palestinian aid, but cannot lose sight of the reality of the situation, Penny Wong says.
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