Australia sends more aid for Marawi

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has announced more funding to support people who have fled their homes in the Marawi conflict.

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop announces more aid after meeting Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte (AAP)

Australia will provide $20 million over four years to support recovery and long-term peace and stability in the southern Philippines.

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop announced the extra funding, which comes on top of a $1 million package announced in June, after meeting with Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte in Manila.

The terrorist conflict in Marawi has forced about 360,000 people to flee their homes.