Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism attend the launch of the Centre for Australia-Indian Relations (CAIR) at Commbank Arena in Parramatta on Monday 20th February 2024. Both Ministers gave remarks at the event, which was MC’d by Indira Naidoo. The Centre for Australia-India Relations is a national platform established by the Australian Government in 2023 to support and facilitate greater collaboration and engagement with India. The Centre works across all levels of government, industry, academia and civil society to build greater understanding of the Australia-India relationship and the opportunities flowing from our burgeoning connections. Also in attendance are The Hon Michelle Rowland, MP, Minster for Communications, The Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel, Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber, City of Parramatta, His Excellency High Commissioner Gopal Baglay, High Commissioner of India to Australia, Dr Sarvesvaran, Consul-General of India in Sydney, as well as many other State and Federal politicians, CAIR Advisory Board members and distinguished guests.

Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism attend the launch of the Centre for Australia-Indian Relations (CAIR) at Commbank Arena in Parramatta on Monday 20th February 2024. Both Ministers gave remarks at the event, which was MC’d by Indira Naidoo. The Centre for Australia-India Relations is a national platform established by the Australian Government in 2023 to support and facilitate greater collaboration and engagement with India. The Centre works across all levels of government, industry, academia and civil society to build greater understanding of the Australia-India relationship and the opportunities flowing from our burgeoning connections. Also in attendance are The Hon Michelle Rowland, MP, Minster for Communications, The Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel, Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber, City of Parramatta, His Excellency High Commissioner Gopal Baglay, High Commissioner of India to Australia, Dr Sarvesvaran, Consul-General of India in Sydney, as well as many other State and Federal politicians, CAIR Advisory Board members and distinguished guests.

Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism attend the launch of the Centre for Australia-Indian Relations (CAIR) at Commbank Arena in Parramatta on Monday 20th February 2024. Both Ministers gave remarks at the event, which was MC’d by Indira Naidoo. The Centre for Australia-India Relations is a national platform established by the Australian Government in 2023 to support and facilitate greater collaboration and engagement with India. The Centre works across all levels of government, industry, academia and civil society to build greater understanding of the Australia-India relationship and the opportunities flowing from our burgeoning connections. Also in attendance are The Hon Michelle Rowland, MP, Minster for Communications, The Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel, Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber, City of Parramatta, His Excellency High Commissioner Gopal Baglay, High Commissioner of India to Australia, Dr Sarvesvaran, Consul-General of India in Sydney, as well as many other State and Federal politicians, CAIR Advisory Board members and distinguished guests.

Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism attend the launch of the Centre for Australia-Indian Relations (CAIR) at Commbank Arena in Parramatta on Monday 20th February 2024. Both Ministers gave remarks at the event, which was MC’d by Indira Naidoo. The Centre for Australia-India Relations is a national platform established by the Australian Government in 2023 to support and facilitate greater collaboration and engagement with India. The Centre works across all levels of government, industry, academia and civil society to build greater understanding of the Australia-India relationship and the opportunities flowing from our burgeoning connections. Also in attendance are The Hon Michelle Rowland, MP, Minster for Communications, The Hon Matt Keogh MP, Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel, Lord Mayor Councillor Pierre Esber, City of Parramatta His Excellency High Commissioner Gopal Baglay, High Commissioner of India to Australia, Dr Sarvesvaran, Consul-General of India in Sydney, as well as many other State and Federal politicians, CAIR Advisory Board members and distinguished guests. CommBank Area, Paramatta 20 May 2024

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong arrival and greetings with PIF members for the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong attends the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat in Suva, Fiji on 9 August, 2024. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, travels to the Republic of Fiji to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Foreign Ministers Meeting on 9 August 2024. This marks her fifth visit to Fiji as Foreign Minister, underscoring the Australian Government's commitment to the deep and enduring relationship with Fiji and the broader Pacific community. Attending the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and collaborate in the Pacific Way to address shared challenges, including climate change, regional security, and economic growth. Australia envisions a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and unified region, with the Pacific Islands Forum at its core. Together, they work to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, aiming to foster a more interconnected and resilient Pacific. Discussion also includes Australia’s bid to host the COP31 Climate Change Conference in partnership with Pacific island countries. This effort seeks to highlight the immediate impact of the climate crisis on the region and accelerate global action. Australia’s Ambassador for First Nations People, Justin Mohamed, accompanies the Minister to the PIF Foreign Ministers Meeting for the first time, bringing First Nations’ perspectives into the discussions and strengthening connections with the PIF community. During her visit to Suva, the Minister tours the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, a crucial component of Fiji’s health services, and participates in the announcement of the successful tenderer for the CWM infrastructure masterplan, which is vital for addressing Fiji’s health needs.