India-Australia relations
PM Modi and Australian PM Albanese Strengthen Bilateral Ties at G20 Summit Meeting
Nov 22, 2025 01:59 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met in Johannesburg ahead of the G20 Leaders' Summit, reviewing 5 years of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discussing cooperation in defense, trade, critical minerals, and security. Both leaders committed to enhancing economic relations and strengthening global counter-terrorism efforts while reaffirming their shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott Defends Modi, Calls India an Emerging Democratic Superpower
Oct 17, 2025 05:04 pm CST
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, defended PM Narendra Modi against Western media criticism and described India as an emerging democratic superpower poised to counterbalance China in the 21st century. Abbott highlighted India's free media, independent judiciary, and democratic elections while encouraging the country to embrace its growing global influence.
Australian Minister Dr Anne Aly Honors Mahatma Gandhi's Legacy at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 17, 2025 03:20 pm CST
At the NDTV World Summit 2025 in New Delhi, Australian Minister Dr Anne Aly delivered a message of solidarity with India, describing Mahatma Gandhi as a "giant" with timeless values. Speaking amid recent anti-immigration tensions in Australia, she emphasized the valuable contributions of Indian-Australians to Australia's multicultural society and advocated for strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations based on mutual respect and trust.