Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have wrapped up their annual Australia–New Zealand Leaders’ Meeting in Queensland, where both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation on economic, security, and regional issues.
After the meeting, they issued a joint statement emphasising closer ties between the two countries, especially in dealing with shared challenges such as fuel supply concerns and global geopolitical uncertainty.
PM Albanese said the partnership aims to deliver real outcomes for people and businesses, adding: “More jobs and more opportunities for businesses in our region. That’s what Prime Minister Luxon and I want for both our countries.”
PM Luxon said the discussions took place at an important time, with both nations facing pressure from global supply chains and energy markets. He noted that talks covered both immediate economic issues and long-term cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
He also said both countries are working together to respond to fuel supply challenges at home and abroad.
The leaders additionally discussed defence and security cooperation, along with efforts to strengthen the Single Economic Market and expand trade and investment across the Tasman.
After the meeting, they also engaged with representatives from the Australia–New Zealand Leadership Forum to explore business opportunities amid global uncertainty.
PM Luxon separately met Queensland Premier David Crisafulli to discuss opportunities linked to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.