Marles, Wong hold talks with Japanese PM

In Japan, they are expected to progress the renewed Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation, signed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Mr Kishida in October.

Senator Wong said the relationship with Japan was "more comprehensive and important than ever".

Mr Marles is due to deliver a speech to the Sasakawa Peace Foundation seminar.

Later on Friday, the two ministers will meet with their Japanese defence and foreign ministry counterparts.