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Details of defence deal with Israel kept under wraps to protect Australia’s ‘reputation’
Andrew Greene - ABC
- In short: Australia’s Defence department has refused to publicly release a copy of the deal struck with Israel on defence industry cooperation because it “could harm Australia’s international standing and reputation”.
- The Israeli government was also consulted about whether to release the document, the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has revealed.
- What’s next? Greens senator David Shoebridge has argued the Australian public has a right to know about Australia’s military trade relationship with Israel…