Senate debates

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Questions without Notice

Middle East

2:22 pm

Photo of Penny WongPenny Wong (SA, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Foreign Affairs) Share this | Hansard source

Yes, I am the foreign minister. My support for international law is a personal belief, but it is also a belief that this country, as a middle power, has an interest in international law and the international legal framework being observed. That is why we've taken the position we have in relation to what has occurred in Gaza. It is why we talk about, and join with others in relation to expressing a view on, the application of international humanitarian law. It is why I'm working with other countries to lead an initiative internationally for the protection of aid workers. It is also consistent with Australia's position, for example, on the South China Sea, where— (Time expired)

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