Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from July 6-11, aiming to strengthen India’s “Act East Policy,” the MAHASAGAR vision and its outlook for a free and open Indo-Pacific. Multiple outlets say the tour is designed to advance strategic partnerships and cooperation across areas including defence and security, trade and investment, technology and emerging sectors, and engagement with Indian diaspora communities.
In Indonesia, Modi visits Yogyakarta and holds talks with President Prabowo Subianto, with reporting also noting cultural and people-to-people engagement. One report adds that the India-Indonesia leg includes the signing of 14 agreements covering sectors such as critical minerals and maritime security.
After Indonesia, Modi heads to Australia, where discussions are described as focusing on defence and security, trade and investment, education and mobility, and emerging or critical technologies, along with interactions with the Indian diaspora in Melbourne.
The tour concludes in New Zealand, where Modi is expected to meet Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and discuss enhanced economic and trade engagements. Reporting also highlights that Modi’s New Zealand visit follows the two countries’ recently signed Free Trade Agreement, and is presented as a milestone in their ties.
