Shaped by people with disability, this strategy marks a shift in focus from inclusion to equity and rights. The strategy outlines how Australia will meet the demands of a changing world, integrating disability equity across our international engagement on foreign policy, international development, trade policy, humanitarian assistance and climate action.

2023 saw marked improvement in Japan-South Korea relations, coinciding with the deterioration of both nations' relationships with China. This report assesses the causes and outcomes of the shift, arguing that the partnership, which increasingly includes the US, makes Japan and South Korea key partners for advancing Australia’s economic and diplomatic interests.

This collaborative international report stresses that climate action needs to be stepped up to meet global emission reduction targets while contributing to broader development goals. It outlines how international organisations can support the coordination of cross-border policies and scale up climate action by closing the transparency, implementation and ambition gaps.

An outline for how Australia will harness its resources and expertise to better prepare for and respond to humanitarian crises. The policy highlights Australia’s role in reinforcing global commitments to international humanitarian law, and prioritises readiness, rapid response, advocacy and protection of those most in need, with a focus on the Indo-Pacific region.

This report summarises the outcomes of the inaugural Trilateral Dialogue between representatives of Australia, Japan and South Korea, including major themes, debates and recommendations that emerged.