The Leader of the Opposition, Peter Dutton MP, met with India’s Minister for External Affairs, Dr S. Jaishankar, in Canberra to discuss the growing strategic partnership between Australia and India.
Welcoming Dr Jaishankar to Australia, Dutton emphasised the importance of collaboration across trade, security, and community links between the two nations.
“It was a great pleasure to meet again with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar to discuss our shared progress in trade, security, and people-to-people links,” Dutton said in a statement.
“Australia and India enjoy a strong and enduring partnership built on mutual respect and shared values.”
Dutton highlighted the role of Australia’s Indian community as a “bridge” between the two countries, reinforcing the depth of bilateral relations.
“As we face global challenges, I look forward to deepening our cooperation in key areas to ensure our partnership continues to benefit both our nations and fosters peace and prosperity across the region,” he added.
Dutton shared on social media that his meeting with Dr Jaishankar, focused on advancing cooperation in trade, security, and community connections, emphasising the significant role of Australia’s Indian community in strengthening bilateral ties.
“Australia’s vibrant Indian community continues to be a bridge between our nations, strengthening the special relationship we share.”
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