A planned virtual meeting involving Prince Reza Pahlavi with representatives and senior senators of the “Australia Alliance” has been accompanied by the support of several members of this coalition.

Andrew Barr, a senator and minister for the environment in Australia’s shadow government, called the Islamic Republic “one of the worst regimes in the world” and said that engagement with Prince Reza Pahlavi for discussions about the transition period and the formation of a new government in Iran is important.

Jessica Collins, a senator and chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade in Australia’s Senate, described Prince Reza Pahlavi as a “significant symbol of opposition to the government and support for democracy.”

Julian Leeser, the education minister in Australia’s shadow government, also said that the coalition has invited Prince Reza Pahlavi to travel to Australia in order to hear his views on developments and the future of Iran.

Dayo Sharma, a federal senator and a member of Australia’s shadow government, called Prince Reza Pahlavi a “major and influential voice” in political discussions related to Iran and said: “We are seeking peaceful political change in Iran.” He added that Prince Reza Pahlavi will play a “significant role” in any transition period.