Labor’s guide to hiding information was written and distributed by the Prime Minister’s Office.

Prime Minister Albanese promised to be a warrior for transparency, but instead has an office writing a manual to hide the truth.

Capital Brief

These aggressive actions by Chinese government vessels are provocative & unjustified.

China should respect the 2016 South China Sea Arbitration under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea.

It is crucial to support the rights of The Philippines in the face of such aggression.

“The only thing standing between the people of Gaza and a ceasefire is Hamas.” Secretary Antony Blinken

Anthony Albanese promised “accountability & transparency, not secrecy.” Turns out that was just another Labor lie.

Joint Statement from the Leaders of 🇺🇸🇦🇷🇦🇹🇧🇷🇧🇬🇨🇦🇨🇴🇩🇰🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇭🇺🇵🇱🇵🇹🇷🇴🇷🇸🇪🇸🇹🇭🇬🇧 Calling for the Release of the Hostages Held in Gaza | The White House whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/…

Hamas must send the hostages home and bring to an end the horrific ordeal of those currently being held and their loved ones.

Today, alongside 17 other nations, the UK has renewed its call for the immediate release of all hostages.

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They shall grow not old,
as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun
and in the morning
We will remember them.

💬 'Only by inflicting a defeat on Putin on our territory can we force him to abandon his aggressive plans for Moldova, Poland, the Baltic States, Finland, and other European countries.' — 🇺🇦 Minister Dmytro Kuleba in a meeting of EU Foreign and Defense Ministers 🇪🇺

As the traditions of Passover begin for Jewish Australians, may they bring strength, togetherness & hope. In these difficult times we must be steadfast against antisemitism, upholding values of respect & inclusion for our Jewish community. Chag Pesach Sameach 🕊️

Best wishes to the people to the Solomon Islands as they vote today.

Democratic values are part of the interests 🇦🇺 & 🇸🇧 share, along with our geographic ties as part of the Pacific family of nations.

We wish you peaceful & respectful elections to shape a positive future.

Congratulations leehsienloong on remarkable leadership of Singapore & our region. You have steered Australia & Singapore ever closer, with breakthroughs in economic, security & regional cooperation. Welcome Lawrence Wong, we look forward to the next stage in 🇦🇺🇸🇬 relations.

I condemn Iran's attacks in the strongest possible terms and reaffirm America’s ironclad commitment to the security of Israel.

My full statement on Iran’s attacks against Israel:

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There’s an increased threat of military & terrorist attacks against Israel & Israeli interests across the region. The security situation could deteriorate quickly, with little or no notice. There may also be flight cancellations and diversions, and other travel disruptions. (1/2)

For years, Iranian human rights activists & dissidents have been advocating for the free world to empower the Iranian people & disempower their oppressive regime. An accountable & representative government in a secular Iran is essential to peace and stability in the region.

Iran’s military attacks against Israel cannot be tolerated.

Iran sponsors barbaric terrorists like Hamas, helps Russia against Ukraine, illegally develops nuclear weapons & oppresses the Iranian people.

We must stand with Israel, while decisive steps must be taken against Iran.

This is a most welcome & worthy appointment. Julie Bishop will bring great skill & vast experience to the role, which is as critical as ever given the scale of conflict, human rights abuses & humanitarian need present in Myanmar.

The Anzac spirit lives on in 🇦🇺 🇳🇿 defence cooperation. Thanks to NZ Defence Minister Judith Collins for discussing the Luxon Government’s commitment to our defence partnerships, along with their capability & acquisition plans.

Thoughts with our dear friends in Taiwan as they deal with the loss of life, injuries & destruction from yesterday’s earthquake. The Taiwanese are such resilient people whose ongoing rescue, rebuild & recovery should enjoy the full support of Australia.

As it turns 75 NATO cannot be allowed to fade. Its renewal should come from both within & beyond its core membership, with Australia showing ambition to be a bright light in that process.