‘India ties have never been more consequential’: Aussie PM Albanese ahead of Modi’s July 8-10 visit
“I am honored to host my friend Prime Minister Modi in Australia for the Annual Leaders Summit,” Albanese said in a statement. he said.
Modi will visit Melbourne from July 8-10 as the second leg of a three-nation tour that will start in Indonesia on July 6 and end in New Zealand on July 11.
“The Australia-India relationship has never been more important and our partnership promotes peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific,” Albanese said. he said.
“Our cooperation in the fields of trade, defence, security and technology benefits both countries,” Albanese’s office said. he said.
Albanese last met Modi on the margins of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg in 2025.
“As the world’s fourth largest and fastest growing economy, India is a critical economic partner for Australia,” the statement said. “Our relationship is underpinned by our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and underpinned by deep economic and cultural connections.”
The Indian High Commission in Canberra welcomed Australia’s announcement in a post on X.
“The visit reflects the depth of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and our shared commitment to advancing peace, prosperity and stability in the Indo-Pacific. We look forward to a productive and memorable visit,” the High Commission said. he said.
Leaders will meet in Melbourne for bilateral talks. Modi will also call on Governor General Sam Mostyn AC during the visit, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press release issued in New Delhi on Friday.
It was stated that Modi will also attend the India-Australia CEO Forum and speak at the diaspora meeting.
