Contributions to Outcome 1
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.
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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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