The Lombok Treaty, 2006

The Lombok Treaty is an agreement between Australia and Indonesia that provides a framework for addressing traditional and non-traditional security challenges. It provides a strong legal framework for encouraging bilateral dialogue, exchanges and the implementation of cooperative activities. 

It strengthens commitments to cooperate on defence, law enforcement, counter-terrorism, maritime security, and on emergency management and response.

Australian Foreign Minister Alexander Downer and Indonesian Foreign Minister Hassan Wirajuda at the signing of the Lombok Treaty in 2006.