MEDIA RELEASE – SENATOR MICHAELIA CASH SHADOW MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS

Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash
Shadow Minister For Foreign Affairs
Leader of the Opposition in the Senate
Senator for Western Australia

28 MAY 2025

SENATOR MICHAELIA CASH SHADOW MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS

I am honoured to have been appointed Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and look forward to contributing in this critical portfolio.

Australia occupies a vitally important place in the world, strategically placed at the heart of the Indo-Pacific, with strong relationships across the region and the rest of the globe.

Our strong and proud democracy plays a leading role in all global affairs promoting a robust international rules-based order.

We contribute in many areas including international development, world economic growth, security and peacekeeping and have been a strong advocate of human rights.

It is vital that Australia remains vigilant during these uncertain times and continues to advocate for the stability of our region and the rest of the world.

Our cornerstone alliance, the ANZUS treaty remains strong and has been built upon by the AUKUS submarine security pact entered into by the former Coalition Government.

These alliances coupled with our Five Eyes partnership and the growing role of the Quad will remain of vital importance to Australia for many years to come.

Regionally we play a leading role as ASEAN’s oldest Dialogue Partner, as well as being a member of the Pacific Islands Forum and the Indian Ocean Rim Association.

Australia should never forget the contribution we continue to make to setting international rules and norms.

I will always promote and defend Australia’s values and work hard to ensure the safety and security of all Australians while pursuing peace and prosperity.

While we continue to face a challenging global environment, it is important Australia retains a confident outward looking attitude, unafraid to promote our best interests around the world.

ENDS