Prime Minister Anthony Albanese received a warm welcome as he met US President Joe Biden at the White House, with both leaders announcing a “new era” of strategic alliance between the two countries.
A crowd of about 4000 people attended a flash opening ceremony for Mr Albanese on Wednesday. He was greeted by a marching band and a 19-gun salute.
“Our efforts through AUKUS are one of the many ways we are working together to deter aggression and support a free and open Indo-Pacific that is secure and stable.” The nuclear pact hit a set of unexpected roadblocks in US House, starting with disagreements among senior members of congress over whether Australia’s $3bn stake in the deal would be enough to support its own military ambitions.
The White House estimated the flash welcome was watched by 3982 guests on the South Lawn. Picture: Sauel Loeb/AFP
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