Nationals Senator Matt Canavan has also criticised the legislation, citing what he described as significant flaws and signalling he would not support the bill.
The court heard Sangha had previously worked for around a decade in Punjabi-language radio and television, producing news content and interviewing public figures including politicians and police.
Delivered through Australian Trade and Investment Commission, the 12-month service aims to keep Australian goods moving into international markets, while also helping exporters identify alternative routes and destinations.
