Following my attendance at the Beijing Olympic Games, I will visit the Republic of Korea and Singapore from 10 -12 August.
I will seek to strengthen further the excellent bilateral relations we enjoy with both countries and to build on our cooperation in regional bodies and groupings.
In discussions with both governments, I will cover matters of mutual interest including the response to the breakdown in the World Trade Organisation Doha round of negotiations, global financial uncertainty, regional architecture and climate change.
I will visit the Republic of Korea on 10 and 11 August and will meet President Lee Myung-bak, Prime Minister Han Seung-soo and senior Korean and Australian business representatives.
Our bilateral relations are strong and we enjoy one of the most complementary trade relationships in the world.
On 12 August, I will visit Singapore and meet Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong, Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew and senior business representatives.
Singapore is a valued bilateral and regional partner.