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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

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Careers

Taking a 'Walk on Country'

Prime Minister Albanese welcomes the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, His Excellency Shri Narendra Modi
International policy

Stronger ties and friendship between Australia and India

Vale Dr John Olsen AO OBE 1928-2023
Government

State Memorial for Dr John Olsen AO OBE

Quad Leaders at the 2023 Quad Leaders’ Summit (21 May 2023).
Quad

2023 Quad Leaders' Summit

2023 G7 Summit attendees
International policy

Strengthening Cooperation at the 2023 G7 Summit in Japan

Vale The Honourable Anthony (Tony) Staley AO (1939 - 2023)
Government

State Funeral for the Honourable Anthony (Tony) Staley AO

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese shaking hands with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
International policy

Welcoming the Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement