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| Howard, Yudhoyono to discuss security pact |
| 2005-04-03 |
| Prime Minister John Howard and Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono are today expected to give the go ahead for negotiations on a security treaty between the two countries. Dr Yudhoyono arrived in Canberra last night. The Indonesian President was greeted by Mr Howard and Governor-General Michael Jeffery. After a 21-gun salute and an inspection of Australia's Federation Guard, Dr Yudhoyono was honoured with a state dinner at Government House. The Prime Minister and the Indonesian President are expected to agree to begin formal talks on a bilateral security treaty when they meet this morning at Parliament House. They are also likely to discuss Australia's $1 billion tsunami aid package for Indonesia, as well as any further assistance Australia can provide to survivors of last week's earthquake. They may also discuss the idea of a free trade agreement between the two countries. Dr Yudhoyono will visit the Australian War Memorial this afternoon, before travelling to Sydney for talks with political and business leaders. Later today, he will travel to Sydney for meetings with political and business leaders. |
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