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Australia’s Foreign Relations (State and Territory Arrangements) Amendment Act 2026
Act No. 80 of 2026 · Assented 26 August 2026
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In brief
Changes the rules on state, territory and university deals with foreign governments: the test becomes Australia's "national interest", the Minister can attach conditions, extend decision times and reinstate unapproved deals, and universities must cover overseas campuses and foreign research projects.
Who's affected
- State and territory governments and agencies
- Australian universities and their overseas campuses
- Local councils and other state/territory entities
- The Foreign Affairs Minister and department
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