Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan have agreed to expand bilateral cooperation across defence, security, trade and regional diplomacy following talks in Canberra Wednesday (14 Oct).
The joint statement reaffirmed both countries’ commitment to strengthening defence ties, counter-terrorism cooperation, trade, education, climate resilience and mental health collaboration, while outlining shared priorities for stability in the Middle East.
Key developments:
- Defence and security: Expanded cooperation on military training, defence industry, intelligence sharing and counter-terrorism.
- Economic ties: Greater focus on trade, investment, education, research and private-sector partnerships.
- Middle East: Support for a two-state solution, humanitarian aid to Gaza, freedom of navigation and continued backing for Jordan’s regional role.
- Humanitarian cooperation: Support for refugees, UNRWA, Syria’s reconstruction, Lebanon’s sovereignty and the Aqaba Process against terrorism.
The leaders also reaffirmed support for a rules-based international order, international humanitarian law and diplomatic efforts to promote long-term peace, security and stability across the Middle East.
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