1926
Taking Quad forward and advancing our Australian partnership.
1927
So appropriate to conclude my Melbourne visit meeting the Indian community. Their role in shaping India's positive image is commendable. Key partners in this new phase of our ties.
1928
Positive and productive talks with FM @MarisePayne. Was an opportunity to assess progress on different fronts. A very useful exchange of perspectives on our respective regions.
Welcome Australia's new Maitri initiatives involving scholars, professionals and cultural talent.
1929
Nice to meet Victoria Premier @DanielAndrewsMP. Discussed Covid challenges and recovery efforts. Thanked him for taking care of the Indian community, especially students.
1930
Visited the Shrine of Remembrance, one of Australia’s largest war memorials.
A solemn moment to honour the memory of the fallen soldiers.
1931
A fitting end to a busy day. Quad FMs visit the @MCG. Presented @MarisePayne with a bat signed by @imVkohli.
A message of fair play and rules of the game.
1932
Good to meet FM @hayashi09615064 in person. Our conversation followed up on two virtual discussions. We prepare for our Annual Summit of Leaders.
1933
A review of our bilateral cooperation with @SecBlinken. The readout on progress in different domains was positive. Our strategic partnership has deepened so visibly.
1934
A fruitful roundtable this afternoon with Australia based CEOs. So encouraging to hear their experiences of India's improved ease of doing business.
Discussed why post Covid world must be resilient,trusted & transparent. Thank Australia India Chamber of Commerce for organizing.
1935
Nice to meet Immigration Minister @AlexHawkeMP .
A useful discussion on talent,mobility and globalization.
1936
Thank @AlboMP and @SenatorWong for the exchange of views on our ties.
Gratified at the strong bipartisan support for deepening the partnership with India.
1937
Started the day with meeting Defence Minister @PeterDutton_MP. We followed up on the 2+2 discussions last year.
Defence and security are key pillars of the India-Australia partnership.
1938
Appreciate that PM @ScottMorrisonMP met the Quad FMs collectively before we began talks. His insights and thoughts were valuable.
We are focused on the early and effective realization of our Leaders' vision.
1939
A long and productive day in Melbourne. Just finished the 4th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Impressed by the progress we have made.
Thank FM @MarisePayne for excellent arrangements. Heading for the press conference.
1940
दीनदयाल उपाध्याय जी की पुण्यतिथि पर विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि। उनका एकात्म मानववाद विचार दर्शन आज भी आत्मनिर्भर भारत के लिए पथप्रदर्शक है ।
1941
Congratulate FM @hayashi09615064 and the Government and people of Japan on their National Foundation Day.
Our shared values of freedom, democracy and rule of law will keep guiding our Special Strategic and Global Partnership.
1942
Unveiled the foundation stone of the new Embassy complex in Doha. Thank DPM and FM @MBA_AlThani_ for gracing the ocassion.
Confident that the new chancery complex will meet the aspirations of the Indian community in Qatar.
1943
Held productive talks with DPM and FM of Qatar @MBA_AlThani_.
Discussed our broad based political, economic, digital and security partnership. Appreciate the interest in expanding investment and trade.
Thank Qatari authorities for support extended to the Indian community.
1944
Deeply grieved by the loss of lives of Indian Army personnel due to an avalanche in Arunachal Pradesh.
Those who guard our frontiers risk their lives everyday. The nation is deeply grateful for their service and commitment.
My condolences to the bereaved families.
1945
Received a call from ROK FM Chung Eui-yong today. Discussed bilateral and multilateral issues as also the Hyundai matter.
1946
To achieve our global aspirations, it is essential that #AtmaNirbharBharat is realised in the most effective manner.
Watch:
youtu.be/0uP5JGEBCl8
1947
In Rajya Sabha today, PM @narendramodi spoke about the leadership shown by India globally during Covid times. Referred to COP 26, G20 and Vaccine Maitri in that regard.
1948
PM @narendramodi’s speech underlined that the global order is changing fundamentally due to Covid.
If India is to have a place at the high table, it must transform itself.
Our domestic reforms truly have a global significance.
See PM’s speech:
youtu.be/UODsz1UktaE
1949
Productive talks with Sri Lankan FM G.L. Peiris.
Discussed economic and investment initiatives that will strengthen Sri Lanka at this time.
Also focused on additional steps to enhance Sri Lanka’s energy security.
1950
Very pleased to welcome FM G.L. Peiris of Sri Lanka. Looking forward to our talks this morning.
External Affairs Minister of India. Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) from Gujarat State.