Letter to Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Marise Payne

Dear Minister Payne, Congratulations on your reappointment as foreign minister. Human Rights Watch looks forward to working with you to make protection of human rights a strong pillar of Australia’s foreign policy. Related Content Memo to DFAT on Human Rights in Australia's Foreign Policy We attach a memo outlining key human rights concerns and recommendations in specific countries where we work that are priorities for Australia. We also present some overarching suggestions for your consideration, including strengthening Australia’s voice at the United Nations Human Rights Council, engaging…

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