Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun his three-nation visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, with the tour expected to further strengthen India's strategic partnerships, expand economic cooperation and deepen people-to-people ties across the Indo-Pacific region.

The visit, which started on July 6, is scheduled to continue until July 11. During the tour, the Prime Minister will hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of all three countries and interact with members of the Indian diaspora.

Before departing, Modi said the visit reflects India's commitment to its Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, and a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

Indonesia Visit Underway

The Prime Minister is currently in Indonesia at the invitation of President Prabowo Subianto. This marks Modi's first bilateral visit to the country since 2018, when India and Indonesia elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The visit follows President Prabowo's State Visit to India earlier this year, when he attended the Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025, as the Chief Guest.

During his stay in Indonesia, Modi is expected to hold delegation-level talks with President Prabowo covering key areas of bilateral cooperation. He is also scheduled to meet members of the Indian community and visit the historic Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta, highlighting the centuries-old cultural and civilisational links between the two countries.

Australia Visit Next

After concluding his Indonesia engagements, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Melbourne at the invitation of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

The two leaders are expected to review progress in the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discuss ways to enhance cooperation in defence and security, trade and investment, education, transport, emerging technologies, sports and sports science.

The Prime Minister will also interact with the Indian diaspora in Australia, which he described as an important pillar of bilateral relations.

New Zealand to Be Final Leg

The final leg of the visit will take the Prime Minister to Auckland, where he will meet New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.

The discussions are expected to build on the momentum created during Prime Minister Luxon's visit to India in March 2025. Both countries are expected to focus on expanding economic, trade and commercial cooperation while exploring new opportunities under the recently signed Free Trade Agreement.

Modi is also scheduled to address members of the Indian community in New Zealand, recognising their contribution to strengthening bilateral ties.

Focus on Indo-Pacific Cooperation

The Prime Minister said the three-nation tour demonstrates India's growing engagement with countries across the eastern and southern Indian Ocean region.

He expressed confidence that the visit would further strengthen partnerships in strategic sectors, enhance regional cooperation and reinforce India's vision of a secure, prosperous and rules-based Indo-Pacific.

The tour is expected to give fresh momentum to cooperation in trade, connectivity, technology, security and cultural exchanges while reaffirming India's commitment to closer engagement with key Indo-Pacific partners.