Australia and Vietnam have announced a series of agreements to deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, following talks in Canberra between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and President Tô Lâm.

The joint statements outline expanded cooperation across defence, economic resilience, science and technology, and regional security. Both countries also reaffirmed support for an open, stable and rules-based Indo-Pacific, while seeking stronger supply chains and greater trade and investment links. 

Key developments

  • Defence cooperation will expand through closer security dialogue, training and maritime collaboration.
  • Both countries will strengthen cooperation on critical minerals, semiconductors, clean energy and resilient supply chains.
  • New initiatives will support collaboration in science, technology, innovation and digital connectivity.
  • Leaders reaffirmed commitment to international law, regional stability and long-term economic cooperation. 

ℹ️   Australian Government (Prime Minister’s Office)

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