Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with US President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Japan as the two leaders signed a new climate and clean energy agreement. 9News
Speaking before pen was put to paper on the statement of intent to advance the two nations' climate cooperation, Biden said the agreement signified an expansion of the alliance between Australia and the United States.
"This contract can enable the expansion and diversification of clean energy supply chains, especially as it relates to critical materials.""Many of our neighbours understand that climate change is an existential threat," he said. A joint statement from the two leaders said the accord signed the day strengthened Australia and the USA's alliance in response to "evolving challenges".
"The compact affirms the position of climate and clean energy as the third pillar of the alliance, alongside our defence and economic cooperation."
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