The Morrison government has trashed a 50-year convention when it comes to public comment about Taiwan.

The World Health Organisation has made its long-awaited decision on China’s Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine, approving the jab for emergency use in all adults, meaning it can be rolled out globally.

“How on earth can I offer up evidence for something where there is no evidence?” she said, her voice rising in anger during the brief, unscheduled conversation.

The Royal Mail said it was paying tribute to “one of the most iconic and enduring music artists of all time”.

The bomb, planted on a motorbike, injured the Parliament Speaker and former president, and four others including a British national.