Crossbench bill would block F-35 parts reaching Israeli military
Crossbench MPs want to ban defence exports that break human rights law. The bill targets F-35 fighter jet parts that Australia makes and Israel uses.
David Pocock and Sophie Scamps are crossbench MPs. They want to introduce a bill banning Australian defence equipment, technology and services.
These items must not be used in ways that break international human rights law. The bill focuses on F-35 fighter jet parts Australia makes.
Israel's air force uses these parts in Gaza. Pocock said his constituents contact him most about human rights and Gaza.
The bill would also require large companies and defence firms to report on genocide risks. They must also act on these risks in their supply chains.
- David Pocock and Sophie Scamps
- Crossbench MPs sponsoring bill
- Lockheed Martin
- Defence agreement partner
- Monday
- Bill presentation date
Why it mattersThe bill forces Australia to choose between following international law and keeping existing defence contracts. Both the political and moral stakes are significant.
AustraliaIf passed, the law would reshape Australian defence exports and arms manufacturing relationships, potentially affecting the F-35 supply chain and Australian companies' export options.
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