This week I will travel to Samoa and Niue to continue to strengthen Australia’s deep ties of friendship, respect and trust with our Pacific partners.
Australia is a partner the Pacific can count on – listening and acting alongside Pacific leaders to build a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.
In Samoa, I will meet Prime Minister Laʻaulialemalietoa and members of his Cabinet to advance Australia’s and Samoa’s cooperation across security, governance, climate, health, education, and economic growth, reflecting our shared commitment to Pacific-led solutions.
In Niue, I will meet Prime Minister Tagelagi to discuss Niue’s development priorities and our shared ambitions for climate action in the Pacific.
Australia is proud to be the Pacific’s largest and most comprehensive development partner, with increased investment in shared security, health and climate resilience to ensure our region is safe and secure in a more uncertain world.
I look forward to the opportunity to advance our partnerships and celebrate the contributions we have made to each other’s societies. Together, we are building a stronger Pacific family.
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