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Australia wins seat on UN Human Rights Council despite criticism

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Australia's delegation at the United Nations Source: AAP

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Australia's appointment to the United Nations Human Rights Council for a three-year term is drawing mixed reactions. 15 countries have been elected to the 47 member Geneva-based council, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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