Takaichi to discuss energy security with Albanese in Canberra

Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese in Canberra, with energy security and rare earths cooperation likely to be central topics. Australia is a major supplier of liquified natural gas to Japan, and Tokyo has been watching risks including possible strikes at a major gas facility and political pressure in Australia to raise export taxes. Takaichi’s office said the leaders will discuss economic security, rare earth supply chains and energy security amid concerns tied to Middle East tension. The visit follows her talks in Vietnam on energy, critical minerals and regional supply chains.

Energy security leads Takaichi’s Canberra talks with Albanese.