Key Points
- The Australian government is expanding the reach of its Foreign Interference taskforce to more government agencies, while the Tech sector joins Universities in having a dedicated interference watchdog.
- The migration system is also considered a key weapon, including the closer scrutiny of international students applying to study in fields like drone technology - where they could be exposed to sensitive information.
- Australia's approach to foreign interference, including stricter application of immigration rules and enforcing deportations, provides a good starting point for countries like the Philippines to comprehend situations in their country better.
