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March 20, 2026
The Coalition today notes the joint statement issued by the Governments of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan and Canada declaring their support for restoring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
These are some of our closest allies and like-minded partners, and yet Australia is glaringly absent from this joint statement.
The Albanese Labor Government must urgently explain why we are missing in action. Were we not invited to participate? Did we decline?
With petrol and diesel prices at record highs and experts warning of potential shortages of other critical goods like fertilisers and petro-chemicals, Australia’s national interest is clear. We want the Iranian regime to immediately cease threatening the free passage of shipping vessels through the Gulf.
We call on the Albanese Government to urgently provide clarity on Australia’s position and engagement with our international partners in response to these developments.
ENDS