Sydney, Australia – Australia and Indonesia have finalized a new security treaty, committing the two nations to enhanced regional cooperation. The agreement was announced Wednesday in Sydney during a joint press conference featuring Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
The treaty obligates both countries to consult with each other in the event of a threat to either nation’s security. According to Prime Minister Albanese, the agreement builds upon previous security arrangements and includes a commitment to regular security dialogues between the two leaders. He emphasized that the strengthened cooperation between Australia and Indonesia bolsters stability within the region.
“Should the security of either or both countries be threatened, consultations will occur to consider actions that could be taken individually or jointly to address those threats,” Albanese stated. He further asserted that collaborative efforts between Australia and Indonesia represent the most effective means of ensuring peace and security in the region.
President Subianto affirmed that the new treaty stipulates increased cooperation in the fields of defense and security. “We are determined to maintain the best relations in order to strengthen and guarantee the security of our two countries,” he said.
The agreement is expected to foster closer ties between the two nations and contribute to a more secure and stable Indo-Pacific region.
