Jacinda Ardern also opposes pressuring pacific nations to pick sides in relations with other countries.

‘State actors, citizens from some nations using our countries at expense of our sovereignty, economies,’ Australian police chief says.

Tough contest expected between Premier Scott Morrison's Liberal Party and opposition leader Anthony Albanese's Labour Party.

Scott Morrison says his government 'very aware' of China's push for influence as Australia gears up for May 21 polls.

Russia’s central bank, largest financial institutions targeted with new sanctions, says foreign minister.

Canberra sending modern weapons, including Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, to Kyiv to fight against Russia.