Japan and Australia Agree to Deepen Cooperation on Energy, Defense and Critical Minerals
The deal expands cooperation on fuel, critical minerals and defence as both countries seek to reduce exposure to Middle East supply shocks.
- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in Canberra late Sunday for a three-day visit, meeting Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday to strengthen defense and economic security ties.
- Marking the 50th anniversary of the Nara Treaty, the trip focuses on bolstering economic security by shoring up energy supplies and partnering on critical minerals to minimize risks of economic coercion by China.
- Amid AUKUS funding concerns, analysts advise Australia to explore a 'Plan B' by leasing Japanese submarines, while Canberra recently chose Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to supply frigates for $10 billion.
- Warning of a potential regional power vacuum, former Ambassador Shingo Yamagami urged leaders to 'speak with one voice' as the U.S. administration remains focused on the war with Iran.
- As regional security becomes 'increasingly severe,' both Japan and Australia pursue multilayered cooperation to counter growing uncertainty and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
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New Defence Pact Strengthens Australia–Japan Military Interoperability, Defence Industry Ties
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