What is a 'white paper'?

A ‘white paper’ is a document produced by the Australian Government on a specific topic such as defence or foreign affairs. They tend to focus on government policies and can be used to propose future laws. 

A Parliamentary committee in action at Australian Parliament House. Observers are watching the main discussion.

A parliamentary committee in action at Australian Parliament House.

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A parliamentary committee in action at Australian Parliament House.

A Parliamentary committee in action at Australian Parliament House. Observers are watching the main discussion.

DPS Auspic

Description

This photo shows a group of people sitting at desks set up in a large rectangle. The people at desks each have a microphone and a stack of papers. There are people sitting in 2 rows of chairs set to the side of the rectangle of desks. These people appear to be watching what is happening at the desks.