Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a six-day, three-nation tour of Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, aiming to deepen strategic partnerships, expand economic engagement and reinforce India's vision for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.
In a statement issued before his departure, the Prime Minister said the visit would advance India's Act East Policy and MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) Vision, while strengthening cooperation with key partners across the Indo-Pacific.
He noted that the three-country visit reflects India's commitment to building stronger political, economic and cultural ties with nations in the Eastern and Southern Indian Ocean and the wider Pacific region.
The first leg of the tour takes PM Modi to Indonesia from July 6 to 8, where he will hold talks with President Prabowo Subianto. The visit marks his fourth trip to Indonesia and the first bilateral visit since the two countries elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018.
The discussions are expected to review progress in defence cooperation, maritime security, trade, investment and connectivity, while exploring new areas of collaboration.
Apart from official engagements in Jakarta, the Prime Minister will address members of the Indian diaspora. He is also scheduled to visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta, highlighting the centuries-old civilisational and cultural links between India and Indonesia.
From Indonesia, the Prime Minister will travel to Melbourne from July 8 to 10 for bilateral engagements with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
The two leaders are expected to review cooperation across defence, critical minerals, clean energy, education, technology and regional security, as India and Australia continue to expand their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
During the visit, PM Modi will also call on Australia's Governor-General Sam Mostyn and participate in the India-Australia CEOs Forum, where leading business executives from both countries will discuss opportunities to boost investment and commercial cooperation.
He is also scheduled to interact with the Indian diaspora in Australia, which has emerged as an important bridge between the two nations.
The final leg of the tour will take the Prime Minister to New Zealand from July 10 to 11. The visit is significant as it will be the first state visit by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in nearly four decades.
In Auckland, PM Modi will hold talks with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to review the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including trade, commerce, defence cooperation and people-to-people exchanges. Relations between the two countries have witnessed renewed momentum over the past two years, particularly in economic and strategic cooperation.
The Prime Minister is also expected to meet leading business figures and sports personalities during his stay, while addressing a large gathering of the Indian community in New Zealand.
The three-nation visit comes at a time when India is intensifying engagement with partners across the Indo-Pacific amid evolving geopolitical and economic challenges. The tour is expected to reinforce India's diplomatic outreach in the region while promoting stronger collaboration in maritime security, trade, investment, connectivity and cultural exchanges.
With meetings involving political leaders, industry representatives and members of the Indian diaspora, the visit is aimed at broadening India's partnerships and advancing its long-term strategic interests across the Indo-Pacific.
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