Trade, critical minerals, defence to be focus of Modi-Albanese talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese will hold extensive talks on Friday with a focus on boosting overall bilateral ties in areas of trade and investment, defence and critical minerals.
The two leaders are also expected to review the situation in the Indo-Pacific amid growing concerns over China's increasing military assertiveness in the region, people familiar with the matter said.
The Australian prime minister arrives in Delhi this evening after concluding his engagements in Ahmedabad and Mumbai.
On Thursday morning, Modi and Albanese watched the fourth Test match between India and Australia in Ahmedabad.
"As two cricket-loving nations, Australia and India share a fierce but friendly rivalry. At the heart of this contest is genuine respect, reflecting the affection and friendship between our peoples," Albanese tweeted.
Later he visited Mumbai where his engagements included an interaction at the India-Australia CEO's forum.
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