Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong today about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, reaffirming their commitment to a path of peace and preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.
The two officials discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between their countries on regional security issues. Secretary Rubio emphasized the importance of addressing the underlying causes of tensions in the Middle East and promoting economic development and stability in the region.
Minister Wong expressed her country's support for the United States' efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear capability. The two leaders agreed to continue working together closely to share intelligence, coordinate diplomatic efforts, and apply economic pressure on Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions.
The call marked the latest in a series of high-level discussions between senior officials from the United States and Australia aimed at promoting regional stability and countering common security threats.
In light of their discussion, Secretary Rubio expressed his appreciation for Australia's engagement on Middle East issues, highlighting the importance of partnerships like this one in advancing peace and stability in the region.