CANBERRA 21 APRIL 2008. Nuclear disarmament was included in the  "priority themes" developed at the weekend summit. 

The stream discussing Australia's security and prosperity in a rapidly changing region and world, listed among five priorities:

Assert new leadership in global governance:

• Reaffirm our commitment to working in international institutions and to the international rule of law.
• Ensure Australia’s commitment to gender equality is reflected in domestic and foreign policy.
• A properly resourced nuclear disarmament diplomacy, built on regional cooperation on nuclear expertise and non-proliferation, including the appointment of an Ambassador for Disarmament.
• Deeper institutional engagement to nation and peace building

To read the full initial 2020 report, go to: www.australia2020.gov.au/report/index.cfm

• Read Felicity Hill's participants-eye-view of the event and see pictures of the security stream in action.