Australia, UK sign new defence pact

Australia and the United Kingdom on Thursday signed a new defence and security cooperation agreement, which includes a status of forces agreement, making it easier for their defence forces to operate together in each other's countries.

The agreement also formalises the established practice of consulting on issues that affect the sovereignty and regional security of both countries, Australia Defence Minister Richard Marles said in a statement.

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