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Australia bans Philippines terror group

Attorney-General George Brandis has approved the listing of Islamic State East Asia as a terrorist organisation.

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Islamic State East Asia, which is threatening peace and stability in the southern Philippines, has been listed as a terrorist organisation under Australia's criminal code.

Attorney-General George Brandis says the listing follows careful consideration and advice from Australia's security agencies.

Under the criminal code, it is an offence to be a member of, participate in, train with or provide support to a terrorist organisation with penalties of up to 25 years in jail.


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