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New Zealand appoints first resident Defence Adviser to India in strategic shift on Indo-Pacific engagement

The appointment follows a year of heightened defence and diplomatic activity between the two countries, including Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to India in March.

Australia pledges $5.7 million to strengthen Fiji’s HIV response and healthcare services

The funding will bolster disease surveillance, testing, and vital community-led prevention and treatment initiatives, marking a significant step in Australia’s ongoing support for Fiji’s health sector.

Trump resets ties with Modi, but Albanese struggles to find favour in Washington

Clearly, the success of the Modi-Trump meeting points to India’s rising role in the Indo-Pacific!

Australia unveils Indo-Pacific Broadcasting Strategy to enhance regional media landscape

To aid media organisations across the Pacific, Southeast Asia, and South Asia in providing quality media services, the Government is launching the Indo-Pacific Media Fund.

Albanese and Biden discuss advancing free, open Indo-Pacific, solidarity for Israel

"We will ensure Israel has what it needs to defend itself against these terrorists...

Historic that Australia is hosting Exercise Malabar says Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Mark Hammond

"This esteemed exercise provides rich opportunities for our people to work and train together, to be prepared as high-functioning teams ready to face the complex challenges of the maritime domain."

QUAD defence cooperation ‘enters a new era’ as Australia hosts Malabar exercise

"It serves as a force multiplier, especially for the freedom of navigation and security of the Indo-Pacific region."

Australia, India, USA and Japan launch ‘Quad Cyber Challenge’ to improve online security

This challenge provides resources, including basic cybersecurity information and training for all users, from corporations to educational institutions, small businesses and individuals.

Relationship with India important as Australia recognises role in security of the region: Andrew Charlton

Calling the Indian Diaspora a 'human bridge' between the two countries, Mr Charlton, who is a Federal Member from Parramatta, mentioned that Parramatta was extremely lucky to have a large population of people of Indian heritage.

Why deeper Indo-Australian strategic partnership in Indian Ocean?

Since the end of the fifteenth century, the Indian Ocean has been key to global power.

Must-read

Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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