India and Australia 15th Foreign Ministers' Dialogue

On 5th November 2024, India and Australia held their 15th Foreign Ministers' Framework Dialogue, reflecting on their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’s progress and discussing key regional, global, and sectoral collaborations.

Key Points

Strengthening Bilateral Relations: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong discussed deepening political, defense, and economic cooperation.
Regional and Global Challenges: Key topics included neighborhood dynamics, the Indo-Pacific, West Asia, Ukraine, and broader global strategies.
Advancing Trade and Investment: Australia highlighted India’s rapid economic rise, focusing on potential partnerships as India plays a growing role in global supply chains.
First Nations Business Mission Launch: Australia announced a 2025 'First Nations Business Mission' to India, aiming to foster new partnerships and expand First Nations businesses into international markets.