Australia: International Law

The International Court of Justice has issued a landmark advisory opinion confirming that the right to strike is protected under ILO Convention No. 87, a treaty Australia ratified in 1973. While this opinion doesn't immediately change Australian domestic law, it creates a significant new reference point that unions may leverage in litigation, enterprise bargaining, and industrial relations reform discussions. Australian employers face potential challenges to existing Fair Work Act restrictions on protected

Eminem's trademark battle with Australian beachwear brand Swim Shady has taken a significant turn as IP Australia ruled to cancel his SHADY trademark registrations for bags and clothing.

Australian's reputation as a pro-arbitration jurisdiction - approaches that streamlined the process for recognition and enforcement.

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The Trump administration's tariff policies have created unprecedented uncertainty for Australia's aviation and tourism sectors, with implications ranging from Supreme Court challenges to proposed forced labour investigations.

Australia strengthens its response to counterfeit goods importation through new legislation that creates strict liability offences and enables infringement notices at the border. The amendments aim to make counterfeit importing unprofitable by ensuring penalties and seized goods exceed potential profits. How will these changes impact intellectual property rights holders and importers operating in Australia?

The Trump administration's tariff policies have created unprecedented uncertainty for Australia's aviation and tourism sectors, with implications ranging from Supreme Court challenges to proposed forced labour investigations.

Australia's autonomous sanctions regime has continued to evolve over the past 12 months. Driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions, increased global coordination and a commitment...

Over the past year, AUSTRAC has been busy on several fronts (making good use of its largest budget and staffing numbers to date). Key areas of focus have included...