"Will give new momentum to clean energy goals": PM Modi on landmark India-Australia nuclear pact

Delivering a joint press statement alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Melbourne, PM Modi detailed a sweeping vision for futuristic cooperation that spans clean energy security, high-tech military manufacturing, and critical supply chains.

The Prime Minister underscored the profound global responsibility shared by the two maritime democracies as they navigate shifting regional dynamics.

"I thank Prime Minister Albanese for the warm welcome extended to me and my delegation. India and Australia are two important Ocean Powers. Our cooperation has reached new heights following the third Annual Summit", PM Modi said.

Central to this bolstered architecture is a profound commitment to sustainable development and ecological transition, with both nations formally unlocking new avenues to meet their carbon-neutrality targets.

"We have signed an important agreement in the field of nuclear energy. It will give new momentum to our clean energy goals", the Prime Minister announced.

Beyond atomic energy, the bilateral talks yielded major breakthroughs in shielding critical resource networks and fostering joint technological research, paving the way for targeted commercial corridors designed to secure future technologies.

PM Modi added, "We will work on critical minerals corridor. India and Australia will have defence innovation corridor."

The joint declarations showcase New Delhi and Canberra's determination to transform historical diplomatic goodwill into tangible, high-security infrastructure, positioning the bilateral alliance as a primary pillar of stability, safe commerce, and sustainable growth across the global commons.

This high-level diplomatic consensus was further reflected in the economic arena, where PM Modi addressed the India-Australia CEO Forum in Melbourne alongside Prime Minister Albanese, reinforcing the deep corporate synergy and institutional trust between the two democracies.

Reviewing the business interaction on social media platform X, PM Modi shared, "Addressed the Australia-India CEO Forum in Melbourne this morning. Since 2023, this forum has gained remarkable momentum, reflecting the growing confidence in our economic partnership. I thank PM Anthony Albanese for joining the interaction and sharing his vision for taking our economic ties to even greater heights."

These high-level deliberations on Thursday formed the core of the extensive bilateral talks held in Melbourne, which focused heavily on scaling up comprehensive ties and fortifying mutual cooperation across trade, defence, education, and people-to-people links.

The Prime Minister's ongoing visit is projected to significantly accelerate the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which serves as the foundational framework governing the bilateral relations between the two countries.

PM Modi had arrived in Melbourne on Wednesday for this crucial second leg of his three-nation visit, receiving a grand ceremonial reception at the airport after finishing a highly productive visit to Indonesia.

Anticipating the diplomatic engagements ahead, PM Modi had posted on X, "Landed in Melbourne, Australia. This visit will add vigour to the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. I look forward to the talks with Prime Minister Albanese. I will also have the opportunity to interact with the Indian diaspora, which is an important pillar of our partnership."

Upon his arrival, PM Modi was enthusiastically greeted by members of the Indian community residing in Melbourne. Sharing photographs of the vibrant interaction, the Prime Minister penned a heartfelt post reflecting on the emotional reception.

"The weather in Melbourne may be cold, but the warmth of the welcome from the Indian community was truly unforgettable," PM Modi shared.

"Their affection and unwavering bond with India continue to be a source of immense joy and pride", PM Modi added. (ANI)