India and Australia underlined their commitment to counter-terrorism cooperation while condemning terrorism in all its forms, besides stressing the importance of bolstering international collaboration to combat terror. During the 13th meeting of the India-Australia Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism on Wednesday that was held in-person in Canberra, Australia, both sides strongly condemned terrorism in […]
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Australia puts 75 Russian state Duma lawmakers, DPR, LPR ministers on sanctions list
Australia has put 75 Russian State Duma lawmakers, as well as a number of key ministers of the Donetsk and Lugansk People’s Republics (DPR and LPR), on the sanctions list, according to data on the website of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). According to the document, the list […]
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Australia imposes new sanctions against 14 Russian companies
The Australian government has imposed targeted financial sanctions against 14 Russian-state-owned enterprises while calling upon Russia to withdraw its military forces immediately from Ukraine. As per an official statement, the list includes defence-related entities such as transportation company Kamaz, and shipping companies SEVMASH and United Shipbuilding Corporation. “Sanctions extend to […]
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Indian Navy’s P-8I in Australia to participate in combined maritime operations
A P8I plane of the Indian Navy has reached Darwin city in Australia to participate in coordinated maritime operations such as anti-submarine warfare and surface surveillance, an official statement on Tuesday. “Indian Navy’s P8I Aircraft reached Darwin, Australia yesterday to participate in coordinated Maritime Operations. P8 aircraft from both the […]
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Women’s CWC: Ellyse Perry ruled out of Australia semi-final clash against WI
Australia skipper Meg Lanning on Tuesday announced that all-rounder Ellyse Perry has been ruled out of the upcoming semi-final clash of the ongoing ICC Women’s ODI World Cup against West Indies. Perry was forced from the field during Australia’s match against South Africa last Tuesday due to back spasms. “We’ll […]
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Women’s CWC: Australia’ Perry to go through fitness Test before semi-final clash against WI
Australia all-rounder Ellyse Perry will be going through a fitness test ahead of the semi-final clash of the ongoing ICC Women’s ODI World Cup against West Indies on Wednesday. Perry was forced from the field during Australia’s match against South Africa last Tuesday due to back spasms. “Each day we’ve assessed it, seen […]
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India, Australia call for end of violence against civilians, leaders in Myanmar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison called for the immediate cessation of violence against civilians and leaders in Myanmar, a joint statement said on Tuesday after the second virtual leaders’ summit. “Leaders called for the immediate cessation of violence against civilian populations in Myanmar, the release […]
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Australia to invest over USD 280mn to boost economic cooperation with India
The Scott Morrison government is investing over USD 280 million to boost cooperation with India, to further grow its economic relationship and support jobs and businesses in both countries, the Australian government said in a press statement on Tuesday. In 2020, India was Australia’s seventh-largest trading partner, with two-way trade […]
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PM Modi calls for early conclusion of CECA with Australia
Noting the rapid progress made in the bilateral ties with Australia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called for early closure of the ‘Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA)’ for the economic security of the two countries. Delivering his opening remarks at the second India-Australia Virtual Summit, PM Modi said, “Our […]
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Australia imposes sanctions on 11 Russian banks, many Government bodies: Foreign Ministry
Australia has imposed sanctions on 11 Russian banks and many governmental entities, including those responsible for managing the Russian sovereign debt, the Foreign Ministry said on Friday. The sanctions have been introduced over the Russian military operation in Ukraine. “The Australian Government has placed sanctions on 11 additional Russian banks and government entities, with […]
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Australia targets 33 Russian businessmen, including Abramovich with sanctions
Australia is introducing more sanctions targeting Russian businessmen and other prominent figures, as well as their family members, over the situation in Ukraine, Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne said on Monday. “The Australian Government today announces fresh sanctions on 33 Russian oligarchs, prominent businesspeople and their immediate family members,” Payne said in a statement, adding that the sanctions reinforce “Australia’s commitment to […]
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Australia to allocate over USD 27 bln to boost national defense by 2040: Reports
The Australian government is going to allocate 38 billion Australian dollars (over USD 27 billion) to boost the national defence and increase the number of military employees by some 18,000 until 2040, media reported. The number of uniformed personnel will reach about 80,000 while the number of permanent defence employees will surpass […]
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Australia announces fresh sanctions against ‘propagandists’ Russia
Australia has imposed another round of sanctions against Russia for its “unjustified invasion” of Ukraine and is targeting Moscow’s senior military officers, as well as state propagandists spreading “pro-Kremlin disinformation”. As per an official statement by Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne, the Australian government is placing sanctions on Moscow’s “propagandists and purveyors of disinformation” trying […]
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Rawalpindi Test: Australia to play first Test in Pakistan after 24 years
Australia will face Pakistan in the three-match Test series, beginning Friday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. This historic event will be seen by a huge crowd as tickets for the match have been sold out. Pakistan vs Australia Test series is named the Benaud-Qadir series, after legendary Australia all-rounder Richie Benaud and Pakistani leg-spinner Abdul Qadir. This will be the first visit by Australia since 1998. […]
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Australia announces fresh sanctions against Russia, imposes travel ban on Vladimir Putin
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday announced fresh sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin and members of the Russian Security Council. “We are holding Russian President Vladimir Putin to account for his egregious unjustified war against Ukraine. From midnight last night, Australian targeted financial sanctions and travel bans came into effect on the Russian President and remaining permanent […]