Prime Minister Narendra Modi is undertaking a three-nation visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand from July 6-11, 2026. The visit begins with Indonesia from July 6-8 at the invitation of President Prabowo Subianto, marking Modi's first bilateral visit since the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during his 2018 visit. This follows President Prabowo's state visit as chief guest at India's Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025. The itinerary includes deepening multifaceted partnership aspects, interaction with the Indian diaspora in Indonesia, and a joint visit with President Prabowo to the Prambanan Temple complex at Yogyakarta to highlight cultural ties.
From Indonesia, Modi travels to Melbourne, Australia at the invitation of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Discussions will focus on advancing relations in defense and security, trade and investments, education and mobility, and people-to-people ties. The visit includes interaction with the Indian diaspora in Melbourne and aims to deepen bilateral cooperation in emerging and critical technologies, sports, and sports science.
The final leg involves visiting Auckland, New Zealand at the invitation of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, building on the momentum from Luxon's March 2025 visit to India. Discussions will focus on enhancing economic, trade, and commercial engagements, particularly following the signing of the Free Trade Agreement between the two countries. The visit includes addressing the Indian diaspora community in New Zealand.
The three-nation visit to Indonesia (Eastern Indian Ocean), Australia (Southern Indian Ocean), and New Zealand is positioned to strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, and outlook toward a free and open Indo-Pacific region.