PM Modi Goes Ahead With Australia Visit Despite Of Quad Meeting Cancellation

Renu Dahiya posted on Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023

Amidst recent developments surrounding the cancellation of the Quad leaders’ meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia remained unaffected. This visit holds significance in further strengthening ties, fostering cooperation, and addressing regional and global challenges. Know more about PM Modi’s visit to Australia (22 May 2023 to 24 May 2023) here – 

Postponement Of Quad Leaders’ Meeting 2023

The Quad, comprising the United States, Japan, Australia, and India, had scheduled a Quad Leaders’ meeting on 24 May 2023 in Sydney, Australia to discuss various strategic issues. 

However, Anthony Albanese cancelled the meeting as US President Joe Biden postponed his visit to Australia to focus on crucial debt-ceiling talks to prevent a catastrophe. Despite this, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia continues, highlighting the commitment of both nations to continue their engagements, regardless of external factors.

Last week Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told – “Prime Minister Modi will be here next week for a bilateral meeting with myself.” He also mentioned that PM Modi will also have business meetings and will hold a public event at Homebush at the Olympic site in Sydney. 

Importance Of PM Modi’s Visit To Australia 

• It underscores the growing strategic partnership between the two nations, focusing on areas such as defence, trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.
• The visit provides an opportunity for both countries to address shared challenges and explore avenues for collaboration. Climate change, maritime security, counterterrorism, and economic cooperation are expected to be key areas of discussion during Prime Minister Modi’s visit. 
• The visit signifies the strengthening of economic ties between India and Australia. Discussions on enhancing trade relations, exploring investment opportunities, and promoting collaboration in sectors such as technology, agriculture, and renewable energy is expected.

PM Modi’s Three-Nation Tour Plan 

On 16 May 2023, Tuesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) made an announcement regarding Prime Minister Modi’s three-nation tour, commencing on Friday (19 May 2023). 

• The first leg of the trip took Modi to the Japanese city of Hiroshima from May 19 to 21, where he participated in the annual summit of the G7 advanced economies.
• Following his time in Japan, Modi proceeded to Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea, where he co-hosted the third summit of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) on May 22 alongside Prime Minister James Marape.
• In the third and final leg of his trip, Modi travelled to Sydney, Australia, from May 22 to 24.

Conclusion

As the leaders of India and Australia come together, their discussions and agreements are expected to pave the way for a more prosperous and secure future for both nations and the region as a whole.

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