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Australia and EU Forge New Defense Pact at G7

6/16/2025

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Australia is set to forge a new defense pact with the European Union during the G7 summit in Canada. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is focused on strengthening security ties, tackling pressing issues like cybersecurity and counter-terrorism. This initiative builds on earlier discussions in Rome, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced global defense collaboration amidst rising security threats.

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Australia is set to forge a new defense pact with the European Union during the G7 summit in Canada. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is focused on strengthening security ties, tackling pressing issues like cybersecurity and counter-terrorism. This initiative builds on earlier discussions in Rome, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced global defense collaboration amidst rising security threats.