ASEAN-Australia Relations - ‘Every Step of the Way’
Channel: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Date: 2021-03-17

The ASEAN-Australia partnership has never been stronger. Our relations have grown closer and closer since Australia became ASEAN’s first dialogue partner in 1974. We have significantly ramped up our cooperation in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

Australia will continue to support ASEAN’s priorities.  We are committed to constructive and reliable partnership with ASEAN as our region looks towards the opportunities and challenges of the future. As we navigate the road ahead, Australia will be with ASEAN every step of the way.