Australia news live: Albanese talks fuel crisis with Chinese premier; Ben Roberts-Smith to front court

Prime minister brings forward trip to Singapore in scramble for petrol supplies; former soldier charged with five war crime murders. Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMinister says Australia has received assurances from foreign trading partners over fuel suppliesMatt Thistlethwaite, the assistant minister for foreign affairs and trade, spoke about a signed statement of understanding between Australia and Singapore over fuel deliveries this morning, saying the government had been receiving assurances from other countries as well.Obviously, the potential of the conflict to destabilise the deliveries is a concern. So we’re seeking assurances from nations regarding supply. And thankfully, we’ve been receiving those assurances.Those assurances do give us confidence. And obviously, those nations that we’re meeting with want to know from Australia’s perspective that many of our exports will continue to get through as well. Continue reading...