Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese.
The prime ministers discussed the current wildfire situation across Canada. Prime Minister Trudeau thanked Prime Minister Albanese for Australia’s support to Canada to help battle the wildfires.
Noting that Australia also experienced devastating wildfires recently, both leaders underscored the need to work together to address the disruptive impacts of climate change in both countries and around the world. The prime ministers also reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening cooperation on climate action.
Prime Minister Trudeau underscored the importance of Australia as a partner and ally. The leaders reaffirmed their support for Ukraine as it continues to resist Russia’s brutal and unjustifiable aggression. The leaders also spoke about the strength of their respective mining industries, and the importance of building stable, resilient, and responsible critical mineral supply chains.
The two leaders agreed to stay in close contact and work together to advance shared priorities. Prime Minister Trudeau looked forward to seeing Prime Minister Albanese in the coming months.