During the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (Chogm) in Apia, Samoa, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and UK Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer announced a new Climate and Energy Partnership between their nations. The partnership aims to accelerate the development of renewable energy projects such as offshore wind and green hydrogen through collaborative efforts. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions targets by 2050 and emphasized the economic benefits of transitioning to clean energy. Discussions at the meeting also included the Australia-UK free trade agreement, regional security in the Indo-Pacific, and ongoing defense collaboration. The biennial gathering, hosted by Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mataafa, focused on addressing climate change and enhancing security in the region. The positive sentiment towards clean energy initiatives and international cooperation was evident in the joint statement released by the Australian and UK leaders, highlighting their shared vision for a sustainable future.