Bali Nine repatriation moves forward with draft deal between Australia and Indonesia

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The Bali Nine drug smuggling group may soon return to Australia under a draft deal with Indonesia. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke described the proposal as a significant step, though some legal details remain unresolved. Indonesia's law minister expressed hope for a final agreement by December. The draft proposal was presented during a meeting in Jakarta, highlighting goodwill from both sides. Five members of the Bali Nine are currently serving life sentences in Bali. Indonesia is also seeking the repatriation of its prisoners held in Australia as part of the negotiations.


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