Foreign Correspondent (TV series)
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television broadcasting |
| Founded | March 14, 1992 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Area served | International |
| Products | Documentary and current affairs reports |
Number of employees | 11 correspondents |
| Website | www |
Foreign Correspondent is an Australian documentary and current affairs program broadcast weekly on the ABC every Tuesday at (AEDT). It is also shown on ABC News and accessible via iView as well as the show's official website. Since its debut on 14 March 1992, the series has focused on delivering comprehensive reports about international issues, covering topics from cultural narratives to worldwide emergencies.
Recognized as one of Australia's leading programs in its category, Foreign Correspondent has received numerous accolades, including multiple Walkley Awards for journalistic excellence and honors from the White House News Photographers' Association. Over the years, its correspondents have reported from more than 170 countries, generating upwards of 1,650 stories.
Impact
Beyond ABC's platform, the program’s journalists have attracted notable media attention. For instance, reporter Eric Campbell gained international publicity after facing a ban in Thailand due to his reporting under lèse majesté regulations. Likewise, correspondent Sally Sara was featured in The Sydney Morning Herald for her coverage at an Afghan military medical facility.
At present, Foreign Correspondent maintains a team of 11 correspondents stationed worldwide, including Steve Cannane covering Europe and Avani Dias reporting from South Asia. Their contributions extend across television broadcasts, radio segments, digital outlets, and social media channels.
In 2014, following a Foreign Correspondent investigation into Xinjiang, the ABC encountered diplomatic pressure when China issued warnings about potential wider repercussions.