“A proposed security treaty with Ukraine has been stalled for almost a year, hampering Australia’s ability to tap Ukraine’s expertise in drones and other advanced military technologies gained from its four-year war against Russia.”
“Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed bilateral security agreements with 28 nations, including Britain, Japan and Canada, as well as the European Union, making Australia a notable omission.”
“The deal could allow Ukrainian drone companies to set up operations in Australia, boosting the local manufacturing sector.”
“The leaders were unable to arrange a meeting, and a possible meeting at the G7 summit in France next week was scotched when French President Emmanuel Macron did not invite Albanese to the event.”
“A meeting between Albanese and Zelensky at the UN this September appears to be the best chance to sign a security pact this year, unless the prime minister decides to visit Ukraine.”