This advisory report examined the Bill to strengthen the transparency of foreign influence in Australia’s political and government decision making.

During its inquiry, the committee received compelling evidence that Australia is facing an unprecedented threat from espionage and foreign interference. The committee also received evidence that current laws are not adequate to deal with this threat.

Australian lawyer Bernard Collaery claims the head of ASIS ordered a team into East Timor to conduct work which was outside the proper functions of ASIS.

Indonesian president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono claims it is illegal to tap the phones of officials of other countries under Indonesian, Australian and international law.