Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with the Governor-General of Australia, the Hon. Ms. Sam Mostyn AC, in Melbourne on July 9, 2026. The leaders discussed the growing depth and diversity of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, specifically welcoming the expansion of economic ties in areas of trade, investment, education, and innovation. They expressed confidence that these expanding linkages would create new opportunities and deliver tangible benefits to citizens of both countries.
Both leaders noted satisfaction with growing sporting ties between the nations and called for closer cooperation in preparation for major international events, specifically the Commonwealth Games 2030 to be hosted by India and the Olympics 2032 to be hosted in Australia. Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the vibrant people-to-people links continue to be a source of strength for the bilateral relationship and appreciated Governor-General Mostyn for her steadfast support in advancing India-Australia relations.