Terms of Reference

The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties (JSCOT) will inquire into certain aspects of the treaty-making process in Australia including:

considering the role of JSCOT in respect of trade-related agreements, including during the negotiation phase;

considering the consultation process undertaken by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) before and during the negotiation of trade agreements;

considering the effectiveness of independent analysis to inform negotiation or consideration of trade agreements; and

reviewing the process around the categorisation of treaty actions.

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Terms of Reference

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