PRIME MINISTER MODI's SUCCESSFUL VISIT TO AUSTRALIA



Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne on July 8, 2026, where he received a warm welcome at the airport. PM Modi was also accorded a Guard of Honour. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was also present on the occasion. The two leaders greeted each other warmly at the venue.

Later on, PM Modi was accorded a grand reception by the Indian community, featuring cultural performances that showcased the shared heritage of both nations. A highlight of the welcome ceremony was a rendition of 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' by the Australian Indian Orchestra. An exquisite Kathak performance was also presented during the reception organized by the Indian community.

PM Modi's meeting with Governor Margaret Gardner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the Governor of Victoria, Margaret Gardner AC, at Government House in Melbourne.

PM Modi addressed Australian industry leaders.

PM Modi addressed Australian industry leaders at the India-Australia CEO Forum and Economic Roadmap Business Reception. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also attended the event.

PM Modi emphasizes the clean energy sector.

PM Modi emphasized India's clean energy ambitions. He said, "Many companies associated with the clean energy sector are present here. In India, we are developing a manufacturing ecosystem for hydropower projects, green hydrogen, solar modules, and wind turbines. India has set a target of achieving 500 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2070. Australia's technology, capital, and resources can accelerate this transition."

During this time, PM Modi also referred to the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement. He said, "The ECTA agreement has proven significant in further strengthening our economic ties. Since its implementation, exports from India to Australia have doubled. This has enabled businesses in both countries to gain access to new markets."

Australia to export uranium for India's nuclear industry.

Australia and India reached a deal to export Australian uranium to India for ‌use in the nuclear energy industry, while agreeing to deepen cooperation in renewables, critical minerals and green hydrogen.

India has long eyed Australia's uranium reserves to help meet a target of 100 gigawatts of nuclear energy capacity by 2047, while Australia is looking to diversify trade beyond its reliance on China, its top partner.

Australia holds the world's largest uranium reserves, accounting for approximately one-third of the global total. However, Australia shipped only a single consignment of uranium to India in 2017.

Albanese calls Modi a 'living bridge' between Australia and India.

After meeting Modi at the business event, Albanese called the Indian leader a "living bridge" between Australia and India, saying Modi's vision had helped reshape the roadmap for Australia's economic engagement with India.

India is Australia's fifth-largest trading partner after China, Japan, the U.S., and South Korea, while around 1 million people in Australia claim Indian ancestry, out of a population of 28 million.

Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation

India and Australia, committing to significantly deepen military engagement, strengthen defence industrial collaboration, and expand maritime security cooperation amid growing geostrategic uncertainty in the Indo-Pacific.

The declaration, adopted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, outlines an ambitious roadmap to elevate defence ties through closer strategic consultations, enhanced interoperability between the armed forces, expanded military exercises and greater collaboration in defence science, technology and industrial supply chains.

Trade and energy agreements were a key focus during the Prime Minister's visit.

During Prime Minister Modi's visit, India and Australia announced enhanced cooperation in areas such as uranium exports, renewable energy, critical minerals, and green hydrogen.

Australia and India have reached an agreement for the export of uranium from Australia to India for peaceful nuclear energy use. The aim of this agreement is to support India's plans to expand its nuclear energy capacity while also providing Australia with another market for its resource sector.

During the visit, Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced 18 outcomes across defence, clean energy, critical minerals, maritime security, education, and technology.

Indo-Pacific Vision and Trade Set to Reach New Heights

PM Modi's visit is expected to significantly boost India's 'MAHASAGAR' and Indo-Pacific visions. It could further strengthen ties between two major 'Quad' partners who are playing a pivotal role in the peace and stability of the entire region.

Addressing the Indian community at Melbourne's Marvel Stadium.

PM Modi also addressed a large gathering of the Indian diaspora in Melbourne, where thousands welcomed him with chants of “Modi, Modi". He said his third visit to Australia as prime minister showed the growing strength of India-Australia relations. Albanese said that this event was organized to celebrate the relationship between the two countries. He said, "The enthusiasm visible here tonight reflects the Australia-India partnership."

 



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