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Was a trilateral defence ministers' meeting between New Zealand, Australia, and Japan planned or proposed to take place in August 2026, following the inaugural trilateral meeting at the Shangri-La Dialogue on 30 May 2026 and the second meeting in Ankara on 8 July 2026; if so, what was its intended date, location, and agenda?

Answered Question 36964 (2026)
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Damien O'Connor

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Was a trilateral defence ministers' meeting between New Zealand, Australia, and Japan planned or proposed to take place in August 2026, following the inaugural trilateral meeting at the Shangri-La Dialogue on 30 May 2026 and the second meeting in Ankara on 8 July 2026; if so, what was its intended date, location, and agenda?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

The member is referred to the response to question 36956 (2026) regarding the meeting. It would not be appropriate to release details pertaining to the agenda at this time.