India & Australia Reaffirm Defence Ties, Condemn Terrorism

On 4th June 2025, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles met in New Delhi to deepen bilateral defence cooperation and express solidarity against terrorism.

Key Points

Strong Defence Partnership: Both sides highlighted major milestones in defence collaboration, emphasizing its central role in the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Condemnation of Terrorism: Australia expressed support for India following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, reaffirming commitment to combat terrorism in all forms.
Regional Security: Defence Minister noted India’s security concerns along the western border and thanked Australia for backing India’s response efforts.
Diplomatic Tour: Australia Defence Minister’ visit to India is part of a broader regional tour including the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia to bolster Indo-Pacific security cooperation.