Second Reading Speeches

Defence Trade Controls Amendment (Genocide, War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity) Bill 2024

Type
Private
Sponsor(s)
THORPE, Sen Lidia
PAYMAN, Sen Fatima
Originating house
Senate
Status
Before Senate
Parliament no
47

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Summary

Amends the

Customs Act 1901
and
Defence Trade Controls Act 2012
to ensure that Australia aligns with international obligations in relation to genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity, specifically relating to the use of Australian made defence technology.

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