Bilateral relations exist between Australia and Japan. The relationships are generally warm and have since continued to grow strong over the years, both nations being considerably close, substantial and driven by mutual interests, with both nations having close …

The Australia–Japan partnership is Australia’s closest and most mature in Asia and is fundamental to both countries' strategic and economic interests. Fast Facts Japan was Australia’s second-largest trading partner in 2021, with two-way goods and services trade valued at …

Sep 5, 2024 · Japan and Australia have agreed to increase joint military training exercises as their government ministers shared concerns over China’s recent incursions into Japanese airspace and territorial waters.

Australia and Japan will strengthen our cyber defences and improve our shared awareness of cyber threats. We will also enhance our cooperation in the space domain and other strategic capabilities vital to our partnership.

Oct 31, 2024 · In recent years, Australia and Japan have significantly enhanced their security relationship. Driven by the dual threats of China’s belligerence and the United States’ instability, both countries...

1 day ago · Japan's defence chief says Australia could receive the first of his country's new and upgraded Mogami warships ahead of his own navy, if the cutting-edge design is selected for a $10 billion contract.

Jan 21, 2025 · Japan-Australia-India-U.S. (Quad) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (July 29, 2024) Courtesy call on Prime Minister Kishida by Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of Australia (July 18, 2024)

Aug 14, 2023 · Australia and Japan are strengthening our defence ties with the Japan-Australia Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) coming into effect. This military agreement provides the legal framework for greater defence cooperation between the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF).

Australia and Japan are united by our shared values, including an unwavering commitment to democracy, human rights, free trade and a rules-based international order. Our partnership is fundamental to both countries' strategic and economic interests.

The two leaders today signed the landmark Reciprocal Access Agreement between Australia and Japan (Australia-Japan RAA), underscoring their commitment to further elevating bilateral security and defence cooperation in the interests of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.