New Zealand PM to Visit Australia on Dec. 20

Published on December 18, 2023

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will arrive in Sydney on Dec. 20 to discuss security and economic issues with the Australian government. The new prime minister has chosen Australia as his first overseas destination after being sworn in earlier this month. “The coalition government will be engaging internationally with new urgency and intensity to invest in relationships, increase prosperity, and enhance our security,” he said in a statement. “That starts with Australia, New Zealand’s most important partner and only ally. We are deeply connected on every level and on every issue and have strong people-to-people ties.” Mr. Luxon also noted that he was looking forward to having ongoing discussions with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during his term....