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Australian leader hails 'new start' in fractured ties with France

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and French President Emmanuel Macron speak to the press prior to a working lunch at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris on 1 July, 2022. AFP - EMMANUEL DUNAND

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed a "new start" in relations with France as he met President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Friday, following an acrimonious row between the countries over a submarine contract last year.

"My presence here represents a new start for our countries' relationship," Albanese said after arriving at the Elysee Palace.

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