PM Modi Arrives in Australia for Strategic Partnership Talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne on Wednesday for the second leg of his three-nation diplomatic tour, marking the beginning of a key visit aimed at strengthening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

#WATCH | PM @narendramodi arrives in Melbourne, Australia

PM Modi was warmly received at the airport by senior officials of the Australian Government and was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour.@MEAIndia @HCICanberra @cgimelbourne #PMModiInAustralia pic.twitter.com/NN8z7p7Xvs

— DD News (@DDNewslive) July 8, 2026

Sharing the update on social media, Prime Minister Modi said the visit would add fresh momentum to bilateral ties and expressed his eagerness to hold discussions with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

The leaders are expected to discuss a wide range of issues, including trade and investment, defence and security cooperation, clean energy, technology, education, critical minerals, and regional and global developments.

Landed in Melbourne, Australia. This visit will add vigour to the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. I look forward to the talks with Prime Minister Albanese. I will also have the opportunity to interact with the Indian diaspora which is an important pillar of… pic.twitter.com/Qu8BeAAeGm

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2026

Prime Minister Modi also highlighted the important role of the Indian diaspora in strengthening relations between the two countries. During his visit, he is scheduled to interact with members of the Indian community in Australia, acknowledging their contribution as a vital pillar of the India-Australia partnership.

The visit underscores the growing strategic convergence between New Delhi and Canberra and is expected to further enhance cooperation across multiple sectors.