David Johnston (WA, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Defence) Share this | Hansard source

asked the Minister representing the Prime Minister, upon notice, on 17 May 2012:

With reference to the Prime Ministers meeting with President Bongo of Gabon:

(1) Was the Prime Minister aware of allegations of corruption and human rights abuses prior to the meeting.

(2) Did the Prime Minister seek advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade as to whether it was appropriate to meet.

(3) Were the topics of: (a) human rights; (b) Australia's campaign for a temporary seat on the United Nations Security Council; and (c) corruption raised by the Prime Minister during the meeting.

(4) Did President Bongo or his entourage receive any Australian Government support for the visit to Australia, including airfares and accommodation; if so, what sum of money was spent.

(5) Did the President use the Australian Governments Special Purpose Aircraft during the visit to Australia; if so, what flights were arranged.