Foreign
Interference
Managing the risks of foreign interference
We know international connections add value to your research, and we are committed to their continuation. The Australian National University is working with the government to manage risks associated with international collaborative projects. By declaring your foreign arrangements through the FIAC Submission Form, you can have peace of mind, knowing that you will be protected from foreign interference.
Make a FIAC submission
Transparency is the key to countering foreign interference. That’s why we require ANU staff and students to declare their foreign arrangements by submitting a FIAC Submission Form.
Estimated time to complete: 7 minutes
Training
Mitigating foreign interference is a collective responsibility in which we all play a vital role. Watch our training videos to understand how foreign interference relates to you.
Frequently asked questions
UFIT is a collaborative initiative established in 2019 by the Australian Government and Universities to address new threats to academic independence and freedom in Australia's university sector. Its objective is to enhance the sector's resilience against foreign interference while upholding the value of global collaboration.
Managing risks of foreign interference is important to protect the university's research, people, and data from compromise by foreign actors.
The FIAC Submission Form allows ANU staff and students to declare their foreign arrangements, aiding in risk mitigation against foreign interference.
Contact us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding foreign interference and how it may impact you, we are here to help. Contact us at foreignarrangements@anu.edu.au and we will get back to you within 5 working days.