Anthony Albanese says he is 'looking forward to taking up President Macron's invitation to me to visit Paris', which he sees as 'absolutely vital' in resetting the Australia-France relationship.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his upcoming meeting with President Emmanuel Macron in Paris is"absolutely vital" in resetting relations between Australia and France.
France recalled its ambassador to Australia amid fury over AUKUS and the cancellation of the submarine deal, with Mr Macron later accusing then prime minister Scott Morrison of lying over the decision to scrap the contract. Stream more on politics with Flash. 25+ news channels in 1 place. New to Flash? Try 1 month free. Offer ends 31 October, 2022
"I've had contact electronically, firstly with President Macron very soon after my election as Prime Minister and we've engaged in a very cordial conversation as well," he said. The Prime Minister on Saturday revealed Australia had reached a settlement with France's Naval Group over the axed Attack Class submarine program.
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