Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a six-day diplomatic tour covering Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, with the visit aimed at strengthening India’s strategic partnerships across the Indo-Pacific. The high-profile tour will focus on expanding cooperation in trade, defence, energy, technology and regional security while reinforcing India’s growing global engagement.
In Indonesia, discussions are expected to centre on expanding cooperation in digital public infrastructure, maritime security, connectivity and economic collaboration. The two countries are also likely to explore new opportunities in technology, defence and regional partnerships as they seek to deepen ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
During his visit to Australia, Prime Minister Modi is expected to pursue a long-term uranium supply agreement, expand cooperation in critical minerals, strengthen defence collaboration and promote greater investment. The leaders are also expected to discuss Indo-Pacific security, clean energy, education and supply chain resilience.
The final leg of the tour will take the Prime Minister to New Zealand, where both nations are expected to make significant progress on negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Discussions will also focus on boosting bilateral trade, agriculture, education, innovation and people-to-people ties while exploring new avenues for economic cooperation.
The three-nation visit underscores India’s strategic focus on strengthening partnerships with key Indo-Pacific nations, diversifying trade and investment opportunities, enhancing energy security and reinforcing its role as a major regional and global economic power.
