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Terms of FOI requests
FOI Request 1: 2024/217
Under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth), I am requesting access to documents held by the
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet concerning the fol owing:
Policies and Directives: All current policies and directives regarding Australia’s support and relations with
Israel, including but not limited to military, financial, and diplomatic support.
Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs): Copies of all agreements, MOUs, and any other
formal arrangements made between the Australian government and the government of Israel from January
2000 to the present.
Financial Transactions: Detailed account transactions and financial records showing any form of support or
aid provided to Israel by the Australian government. This includes, but is not limited to, monetary aid,
military aid, and subsidies.
Correspondence: Copies of correspondence between the Australian government officials and Israeli
government officials that discuss or relate to the support provided by Australia, particularly in the context of
military and financial aid.
Reports and Briefings: All reports, briefings, and assessments prepared by or for the Australian government
departments concerning the impact of Australian support on the political and humanitarian situation in
Palestine.
Minutes of Meetings: All minutes or records of meetings between Australian and Israeli officials that discuss
matters related to the policies, agreements, and financial transactions listed above.
I request that these documents be provided in electronic format where possible. If certain documents are
exempt from release, I request that you provide an index of these documents along with the reasons for
exemption as required by the FOI Act.
FOI Request 2: 2024/218
I am seeking access to documents within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet that detail
Australia's support for Palestine. My request specifically includes:
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Policies and Directives: All current policies and directives related to Australia’s humanitarian, financial, and
diplomatic support for Palestine.
Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs): Copies of all agreements, MOUs, and any other
formal arrangements made between the Australian government and Palestinian authorities or international
bodies supporting Palestine from January 2000 to 11 July 2024.
Financial Transactions and Aid Details: Detailed account transactions and financial records showing any
form of support or aid provided to Palestine by the Australian government, including humanitarian aid,
development aid, financial grants, and specifically aid in the form of food, water, medical supplies, and the
dispatch of humanitarian workers.
Correspondence: Copies of correspondence between Australian government officials and Palestinian
authorities or representatives that discuss or relate to the support provided by Australia.
Reports and Briefings: All reports, briefings, and assessments prepared by or for Australian government
departments concerning the impact of Australian support on the political and humanitarian situation in
Palestine.
Minutes of Meetings: Any minutes or records of meetings between Australian officials and Palestinian
authorities or international bodies involved in Palestinian aid that discuss matters related to the policies,
agreements, and financial transactions listed above.
I request that these documents be provided in electronic format where possible. If certain documents are
exempt from release, I request that you provide an index of these documents along with the reasons for
exemption as required by the FOI Act.
FOI Request 3: 2024/219
I am requesting access to documents under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth), specifically seeking
copies of all correspondence sent from the Australian government to the United Nations regarding the
topics of Israel and Palestine, covering the period from January 2000 to the present day, 2024.
My request includes:
Diplomatic Correspondence: All letters, emails, and communiqués sent to the United Nations or its affiliated
bodies that discuss or mention Israel and Palestine, including but not limited to issues concerning conflicts,
peace processes, humanitarian aid, and resolutions.
Meeting Summaries: Summaries or records of meetings involving Australian and UN officials where
discussions about Israel and Palestine took place.
Position Papers and Briefings: Any position papers, policy briefings, or statements prepared by or for the
Australian government for submission to the United Nations regarding Israel and Palestine.
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Reports on UN Resolutions: Any communications related to Australian government positions on United
Nations resolutions concerning Israel and Palestine.
Please provide these documents in electronic format where possible. If certain documents are exempt from
release, I kindly request that you provide an index of these documents along with the reasons for
exemption, as stipulated by the FOI Act.
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