Australian Federal Police Chief Says Agency to Refocus on Hybrid Threats

Commissioner Krissy Barrett says the agency will consider whether a national security threat exists before launching investigations.

Australian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Krissy Barrett at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, Aug. 4, 2025. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

The new Australian Federal Police (AFP) Commissioner Krissy Barrett has told a Senate Estimates Committee the agency will refocus towards hybrid threats that encompass national security issues.

She said traditionally the AFP was focused on activities linked to illicit commodities like cocaine, methamphetamine or heroin, but noted this could “no longer solely determine AFP investigations.”