Details of defence deal with Israel kept under wraps to protect Australia's 'reputation' (www.abc.net.au)

submitted 7 months ago by zero_gravitas@aussie.zone to c/news@aussie.zone

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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.

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[-] TheBananaKing@lemmy.world 6 points 7 months ago

If telling the truth could harm your reputation, you are doing the wrong thing and need to stop.