Ukraine has fought hard for its independence. The determination of Ukrainians to fight for their freedom and live free from oppression endures. As you mark your Independence Day, we are reminded of the immense strength and bravery of the Ukrainian people today and every day.

On arrival at the main plenary of the #PacificIslandForum, amongst the first friends 🇬🇧 Minister for the #IndoPacific Catherine West was able to say hello to, was our great friend 🇦🇺 PM Anthony Albanese. 🇬🇧🤝🇦🇺

We were proud to #WearItPurple at Australia House in support of our LGBTQIA+ friends, colleagues & family 💜🏳️‍🌈🇦🇺 Founded by Aussies Katherine Hudson and Scott Williams in 2010, #WearItPurple Day has become an international movement celebrating the value of diversity and inclusion

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#AUKUS is providing new economic, jobs & skills opportunities. 🇬🇧 is an essential partner in 🇦🇺 efforts to build our workforce. Australians are undertaking critical training & secondment opportunities in growing numbers with the Royal Navy the Submarine Delivery Agency & industry partners in 🇬🇧

Exercise Pitch Black 24 had the largest participation in its 43 years. 20 nations including 🇬🇧, over 4000 personnel & approx 140 aircraft. Royal Air Force deployed 6 Typhoon fighters & 1 Voyager aerial refuelling tanker with personnel, demonstrating capability & interoperability.

We are very pleased to be working with our UK counterparts to ensure we have the capability to support a future nuclear powered submarine deployment.  This first Submarine Tendered Maintenance Period with the US and UK has been an essential part of this process.

Australia🇦🇺 is committed to ensuring the IMO can meet expanding global trade, environmental, and climate change & energy transition challenges. Stephen Smith Stephen Smith is pleased to continue working closely with Arsenio Dominguez Arsenio Dominguez. International Maritime Organization AMSA News