Australia’s Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to Australia, describing the relationship between the two nations as one built on shared democratic values, economic cooperation and a commitment to a prosperous future.
In a statement released following his meeting with Prime Minister Modi, Taylor said it was a pleasure to welcome the Indian leader and acknowledged the strong friendship that continues to grow between Australia and India. He also recognised the enthusiasm of communities celebrating the close ties between the two countries.
Taylor highlighted the democratic traditions that unite Australia and India, noting that India is the world’s largest democracy while Australia is among the world’s oldest. He said both nations share a deep appreciation for liberty, independence and national sovereignty in an increasingly complex global environment.
The Opposition Leader also pointed to the importance of cooperation between like-minded nations at a time when geopolitical challenges continue to evolve. He said Australia and India have a shared responsibility to uphold freedom, democratic values and regional stability across the Indo-Pacific.
Economic cooperation was another key theme of the statement. Taylor noted that both countries are open trading nations focused on creating greater prosperity and opportunity for their citizens. The Australia-India relationship has expanded significantly in recent years across trade, investment, education and technology sectors.
He described the cultural and people-to-people connections between the two nations as an important foundation of the partnership. Australia is home to a large and growing Indian diaspora, which continues to play a significant role in strengthening social, cultural and economic links between the countries.
Taylor also acknowledged the significance of Prime Minister Modi’s visit for Australians of Indian heritage. He said many members of the community view the visit as a special occasion that reflects the growing importance of the Australia-India relationship and the contributions of Indian Australians to the nation.
Looking ahead, the Opposition Leader expressed optimism about future opportunities for collaboration. He said there was much to celebrate about what Australia and India have already achieved together, while emphasising the potential for new partnerships and deeper engagement in the years ahead.
Concluding his remarks, Taylor said it was an honour to welcome Prime Minister Modi on behalf of the Federal Coalition and reaffirmed that the Indian leader would always find friends in Australia. The statement reflects the broad bipartisan support that continues to underpin the strengthening relationship between Australia and India.
