On 25 August, Australia and the Republic of Korea (ROK) held the second Australia-ROK Indo-Pacific Dialogue in Canberra.

The Indo-Pacific Dialogue is a key part of Australia-ROK cooperation to support a peaceful, prosperous, and secure region, respectful of international rules and sovereignty. The Australia-ROK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is underpinned by shared values, an extensive trade relationship, deep people-to-people links, and common strategic interests.

Officials discussed their respective approaches to the Indo-Pacific and ways to deepen cooperation with regional partners and institutions to advance their shared interests and promote stability and prosperity in the region.

The Dialogue was chaired by Craig Chittick, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) First Assistant Secretary US and Indo-Pacific Strategy Division, Gary Cowan, DFAT First Assistant Secretary North and South Asia Division, and Lim Sang-woo, ROK Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director-General North American Affairs.