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National security

New Australian Government Crisis Management Framework

Quad Leaders at the 2024 Quad Leaders' Summit (September 2024), from left: the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister of Australia, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of India, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. of the United States, and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan.
Quad

2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit

Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Royal Visits, 2024 Royal Visit

The King and Queen to visit Canberra and Sydney in October

The 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting attendees sitting in two rows in front of the flags.
International engagement

53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting

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International forums

Eliminating discrimination against women in Australia – seeking feedback

Royal Visit announced with a photo of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Royal Visits, 2024 Royal Visit

Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to visit Australia in October 2024

On 1 July 2024, Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, was sworn in as Australia’s 28th Governor-General
Government

New Governor-General Sam Mostyn sworn in

Prime Minister’s Awards recognise outstanding Australian talent
Domestic policy

Prime Minister's Awards recognise outstanding Australian talent

Nominate someone worthy for a Public Service Medal #ItsAnHonour
Australian Honours System

Nominate Someone Worthy for a Public Service Medal