PMs mark 80 years of trans-Tasman diplomatic relations

Anthony Albanese has made his first visit to New Zealand as Prime Minister, marking 80 years of diplomatic relations, which most recently has included co-hosting the FIFA [[fee-fuh]] Women's World Cup. Mr Albanese and his New Zealand counterpart Chris Hipkins spoke about strengthening economic ties and security in the region against the rising threat of China.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (left) with New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins during the Australia-New Zealand Leaders' Meeting at New Zealand Parliament in Wellington, New Zealand, Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Source: AAP / MARK COOTE/AAPIMAGE