The federal government has announced a $110 million funding package for Tuvalu. The money is set to address some of the island nation's immediate priorities, as part of the Falepili Union treaty between the two countries.
The federal government has announced a $110 million funding package for Tuvalu. The money is set to address some of the island nation's immediate priorities, as part of the Falepili Union treaty between the two countries.In 2023, Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed an agreement with the former Tuvaluan leader Kausea Natano, in an effort to improve relations between the two countries.
"Australia's vision for the region is grounded in respect: respect for sovereignty, respect for your priorities. Fundamentally, sovereignty - what does it mean? It's about being able to chart your own destiny. It's about being able to make your own choices. But the thing about sovereignty is this: it is best assured by working together."
"I give you all of these because what they demonstrate is the work we are doing together. Australia wishes to listen. We are consulting. And we are seeking to respond. Because we want to be that good neighbour, the good neighbour that is at the heart of Falepili." James Batley is a Policy Fellow in the Department of Pacific Affairs at the Australian National University in Canberra.
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