SENATOR THE HON PENNY WONG
LEADER OF THE GOVERNMENT IN THE SENATE
MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS

This week I will travel to Japan to represent Australia at the 10th Japan-Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM10). The meeting in Tokyo is an opportunity for the Pacific family to discuss regional challenges and Pacific priorities with Japan.

A long-time partner in the Pacific, Japan is a strong advocate for increasing Pacific unity through the Pacific Islands Forum and supporter of the Pacific’s 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

Australia and Japan are working together to deliver on Pacific priorities such as climate resilience, infrastructure, health, and digital connectivity.

Our countries have never been closer; we have a strong relationship underpinned by shared interests and complementary economies. Australia is committed to remaining a long-term energy security partner for Japan as we transition to net zero.

Australia and Japan share the Pacific’s vision for a region that is peaceful, stable and prosperous and where sovereignty is respected.

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Authorised by Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Australia.