Tag: DFAT

Aussies travelling abroad are becoming "serial pests" to Australian embassies and consulates by asking for the strangest things. The government is clamping down.

DFAT is keeping a close watch on developments in Thailand, and has urged travellers to avoid rallies and protests.

With demand for consular services rising and government budgets under pressure, Foreign Minister Julie Bishop is encouraging people who get into trouble overseas to be more self-reliant.

The Australian government has pledged more than $10 million to assist rescue efforts in the Philippines after super Typhoon Haiyan hit the nation.

Egyptian ambassador to Australia has defended military action against Muslim Brotherhood protesters, while Australian government has urged for restraint from all parties involved in the conflict.

A Sydney man currently serving 20 years in Bulgarian jail for murder has had his application to serve the remainder of his sentence in Australia rejected.

The federal government has warned hundreds of Australian travelers to reconsider trips to Egypt following increased tension in the political state of the country.