New Zealand and Australia leaders meet to discuss infrastructure, trade, and deportations amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese convened for their first official bilateral meeting, discussing infrastructure, trade, and the resumption of deportations of New Zealanders who committed crimes in Australia. The meeting aimed to strengthen the two countries' relationship amid heightened geopolitical tensions with India and China and as they face the 40th anniversary of their Closer Economic Relations agreement. Luxon highlighted AUKUS, security, and defense as key topics in addition to infrastructure and trade.
August 14, 2024
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