Portfolio Budget Statements 2014‑15


Contributions to Outcome 1



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Contributions to Outcome 1


Programme 1.1: Foreign Affairs and Trade Operations




Programme Objective

  • To protect and advance the national interest through engaging in effective advocacy in Australia and overseas that promotes Australia’s foreign, trade and economic, development and international security interests.

  • To deliver accurate and timely policy advice to Ministers and other key clients that addresses the challenges of an evolving international environment.

  • To promote a whole-of-government approach in pursuit of Australia’s interests abroad, including through leadership at overseas missions and coordination of the overseas diplomatic network.

  • To ensure the security and protect the dignity of the diplomatic and consular corps serving in Australia by delivering a quality service and upholding Australia’s obligations under the Vienna Conventions.




Programme Expenses


1 The department was transferred appropriation to reflect the transfer of Tourism Australia as per AAO.

2 Expenses not requiring appropriation in the Budget year include Depreciation and Amortisation expenses, Makegood Expense and Audit Fees.

3 The Department was appropriated $75.0 million in Appropriation Act (No. 4) 2009-10 for a Debt‑to‑Health Swap with the Government of Indonesia. This appropriation is to be expensed over a period of 6 years in accordance with an EFIC loan repayment schedule.






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