On 15 November 1999 the Minister for Foreign Affairs asked the Committee to inquire into Australia's relations with the United Nations in the post Cold War environment. A Sub-Committee on the United Nations, chaired by Senator A B Ferguson, has been formed to conduct this inquiry. Written submissions were invited from organisations and individuals interested in placing evidence before the Committee. Submissions were requested by 21 February 2000 . Late submissions may be considered and people wishing to make a late submission should contact the Committee Secretariat.
Submissions are to be prepared with reference to the guidelines on making a submission.