The New Zealand Army has signed a pact with the Australian Army creating a formalised framework for better cooperation.
Dubbed Plan ANZAC, it will include strategic engagement between the two armies, and sharing around capability, training, readiness and personnel issues.
The Chief of the New Zealand Army, Major General John Boswell, says it's a significant step forward for the trans-Tasman partnership.
Australian Chief of Army Lieutenant General Simon Stuart (left) and Chief of the New Zealand Army Major General John Boswell sign a co-operation deal between the two countries' armies. Photo: Supplied / NZDF
He spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
