55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Palau
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to Palau from 31 August to 3 September 2026 for the 55th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders’ Meeting.
This will be the Prime Minister’s first official visit to Palau and his fifth PIF Leaders’ Meeting.
The PIF is the Pacific’s premier political institution, and Australia is a founding member. Pacific Leaders will discuss the most critical issues impacting the region under the theme “Building Economies: Life. Action. Unity”.
Prime Minister Albanese will be joined by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon Chris Bowen MP, and the Minister for Pacific Island Affairs, the Hon Pat Conroy MP.
"Australia is a proud member of the Pacific family, and investing in the security and prosperity of our Pacific neighbours makes our region safer and our economy stronger. Our engagement in the Pacific Islands Forum and our contributions to the infrastructure, regional security and climate action of the region matter more than ever before.
The big challenges facing the Pacific require solutions designed and delivered for the Pacific, by the Pacific. And Australia has a key role to play – as a partner and leader."
“I thank President Surangel Whipps Jr for hosting the 55th Pacific Islands Forum. The Forum is critically important for securing the future peace and prosperity of the region.”
PM&C acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.
