Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has lauded France as a 'crucial partner' of Australia as he pledged a 'new chapter' in relations between the two nations:
"France will be a crucial partner in achieving Australia's new ambitions," said Mr Albanese, who is currently in Paris.
Mr Albanese said he recognised that France is not just a "great European power" but also an "Indo-Pacific and global power". As well as the failed submarine deal, Mr Albanese and Mr Macron are expected to discuss a free trade deal Australia is seeking with Europe.Diplomatic relations between Canberra and Paris were put to the test last year when Mr Morrison announced Australia would enter a security pact with the United States and United Kingdom — AUKUS — and purchase nuclear submarines.
Mr Morrison did not successfully repair relations with Paris before ending his term as prime minister. Following the result of the 2022 Australian federal election, Mr Le Drian said: “I can’t stop myself from saying that the defeat of Morrison suits me very well”.
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