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16 August 2026

Japan’s defence minister heads to Australia to meet Marles in wake of melon-gate controversy

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Japan’s defence minister heads to Australia to meet Marles in wake of melon-gate controversy

Discussions to focus on Australia’s acquisition of Mogami-class frigate as Japan plays down Albanese’s podcast comments ...

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