HE Costume Museum was the venue chosen to host the commemoration. 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations Spain And AustraliaThe two countries that showcased their friendship and are currently cooperating to strengthen their political, economic, social and cultural ties.
The beginning marked the event National Reconciliation Weekaiming to celebrate every year History and culture of the indigenous peoples of Australia.
Authorities, ambassadors, businessmen interested in Australia and various personalities from social and cultural institutions came together at this fraternity meeting.
Sophia McIntyre“As economies of similar size and export-oriented liberal democracies, we have a common interest in working to promote multilateralism and a rules-based international order,” the Australian Ambassador to Spain said in his speech. Sophia McIntyre, “the common agenda defends the rights of women and girls, promotes human rights around the world, and advocates for peace and security. We are also united in condemning Russia’s unilateral, illegal and immoral occupation of Ukraine.”
Angeles Moreno Bau, The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Global Affairs of the Spanish Government had an impact on the close economic and commercial relations that the two countries maintain in his speech. “We’re all around One hundred leading Spanish companies in Australia It carries out its activities in different fields such as security and defense, infrastructures and renewable energies.”
Since the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in October 1967, the main axis of the ties established between the two countries is political, economic and cultural cooperation. As a result of this agreement Spain establishes its first embassy in CanberraThe capital of Australia on May 3, 1968.
The celebration coincides with National Reconciliation Weekwhich took place between 27 May and 3 June and its purpose strengthen bonds between different people It is central to Australia’s history and culture.
Teacher gary thomasThe first vice-chancellor for Education, Research and Indigenous Engagement at RMIT University values the relationship with Spain and urged both countries to continue listen and learn together strengthen their alliances in a global world.
joint declaration
Prime Minister of Australia in June 2022, Anthony AlbanianHe made his first visit to Spain. top NATO in Madrid. During his visit, he met with the Head of Government of Spain. Pedro Sanchez, and both signed a joint declaration in which they reaffirmed some aspects of this bilateral relationship. A friendly and productive relationship between Spain and AustraliaIt is based on shared values and the commitment of both countries to multilateralism and the international order, and close economic ties”.
Prime Minister’s participation in the summit First bilateral visit of an Australian Prime Minister to Spain in the history of their relationship. Albanese thanked Spain for its hospitality, calling it “a new stadium of cooperation between the two countries” In this meeting, the leaders expressed their willingness. to intensify cultural and educational exchangesIn addition to drawing attention to his work, Foundation of the Spanish-Australian Council in promoting ties between companies and civil societies of both nations.
The challenge of urgently addressing the climate crisis general security Against the background of the war in Ukraine and new international investment opportunities, were some of the key points of the bilateral meeting.
Economy and Defense
Trade and investment links between the two countries are strong. Spanish companies provide great knowledge in the following sectors: transportation, infrastructure and power generation renewable energy from Australia. For their part, Australian companies are showing more and more interest in Spain and in the country, especially development of financial services, software and mining.
Currently, both countries are seeking new ways of cooperation accelerating the transition to clean energy while maintaining and improving energy security. A bilateral agreement is also being carried out to promote scientific and technological cooperation.
During these 55 years of friendship and mutual respect, both countries strengthened and deepened their ties. One of the key elements of this bilateral relationship is defense and security cooperation. Two awards of Navantia in 2007 important contracts The design and manufacture of three frigates and two ships with a strategic projection to modernize the Australian fleet changed the direction of relations between the two countries and Global profile of Spain in Australia.
After that, several Spanish companies made other significant gains. contracts for the construction of defense equipment, An achievement that opens up a new, more assertive relationship phase with great potential in the medium and long term.
cultural cooperation
As for cultural relations, in 2009 Founded in Sydney headquarters Cervantes Institute, Spain’s political and cultural commitment to this country has not stopped growing. Attended the inauguration of the Kings of Spain.
This event was accompanied by the signing of a protocol in October 2007. Cultural cooperation between the Ministry of Culture and the Australian National Universityand his signature memorandum of understanding among the relevant National Libraries, Study of the Spanish language and culture in a country unknown until then.
The event also opera performance under the responsibility other luther English and one of the indigenous languages of Australia. Participants also had the opportunity to visit the local art exhibition. Ngirramanujuwal: The Art and Country of Jimmy, Paintings and prints of one of Australia’s most famous Aboriginal artists in the 1990s.