EAM Jaishankar to Visit Australia; Set to Inaugurate Consulate and Strengthen Bilateral Ties

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will embark on a significant visit to Australia from November 3 to 7, aiming to deepen India-Australia ties through a series of high-level engagements. During the visit, EAM Jaishankar will inaugurate India’s fourth consulate in Australia, located in Brisbane, marking a milestone in diplomatic outreach and support for the Indian diaspora.

Jaishankar will also co-chair the 15th Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue (FMFD) alongside Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong in Canberra. The FMFD provides a structured platform for both nations to discuss regional and global issues, enhance security cooperation, and strengthen economic ties.

One of the highlights of the visit will be Jaishankar’s keynote address at the opening session of the 2nd Raisina Down Under, an international forum inspired by the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi. This event, held at the Australian Parliament House, will bring together policy leaders, experts, and scholars to discuss strategic issues affecting the Indo-Pacific.

In addition to formal discussions, Jaishankar is scheduled to engage with Australian leadership, parliamentarians, and members of the Indian diaspora. Meetings with representatives from the business community, media, and think tanks are also planned, emphasizing India’s commitment to fostering a strong partnership with Australia across various sectors.

This visit underscores the growing importance of India-Australia relations, with the inauguration of the consulate and the FMFD co-chairing expected to pave the way for more robust collaboration in trade, defense, education, and people-to-people connections.