Ministerial Submissions, Briefings, Question Time Briefs, Talking Points, Correspondence Or Other Documents Provided To The Attorney-General That Relate To The International Court Of Justice’s…

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The Attorney-General's Department released a Question Time brief (QB25-000073) dated 24 July 2025 regarding Australia's position on the International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on climate change obligations. The document outlines talking points for ministerial responses, emphasizing Australia's co-sponsorship of the Vanuatu-led UN General Assembly resolution requesting the ICJ opinion and participation in ICJ proceedings. Key messages highlight climate change as the greatest shared threat, particularly to Pacific Island nations, and express Australia's commitment to strengthening global climate action in partnership with the Pacific region. The brief addresses potential questions about Australia's agreement with ICJ conclusions, support for endorsement resolutions, and rationale for participation. One substantive response regarding whether Australia agrees with the ICJ's conclusions is redacted under section 47C(1), suggesting legal professional privilege applies to that content. The document reflects Australia's carefully calibrated diplomatic position pending consideration of the Court's opinion.