So what does the Constitution say?

(Supplied: Chinese Embassy). So, what powers do both the federal and state governments have when it comes to deals with foreign governments? What does the constitution say? Only the Federal Government can enter into binding international treaties on Australia's behalf. However, under Australian law as it currently stands, states, territories, local councils, universities and even private companies and individuals are free to enter into contracts with foreign governments and their entities. And there is no general obligation for states, territories, local councils or universities to tell the Federal Government of their plans to enter into these agreements….. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-08-27/can-federal-government-stop-states-signing-deals-foreign-govs/12603012