Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a three‑nation tour covering Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand between 8 and 11 July, marking a major diplomatic outreach aimed at strengthening India’s presence across the eastern Indian Ocean and advancing the country’s Act East policy.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit begins in Indonesia on 8–9 July, with Jakarta serving as the primary venue for official engagements. PM Modi will also travel to Yogyakarta, where he is scheduled to visit the historic Prambanan Temple complex. India and Indonesia are expected to announce new cooperation on temple conservation, highlighting the cultural dimension of bilateral ties alongside strategic discussions.
MEA Secretary (East) Rudrendra Tandon said the tour reflects India’s growing focus on the eastern maritime zones of the Indian Ocean, where issues such as supply‑chain resilience, maritime security, and Indo‑Pacific partnerships have become increasingly important. The visit is expected to include talks on regional stability, defence cooperation, and economic connectivity.
On 10 July, PM Modi will be in Melbourne, Australia, where discussions are likely to centre on Indo‑Pacific coordination, critical minerals, technology partnerships, and expanding trade. India and Australia have been deepening cooperation in defence, cyber security and education, and the visit is expected to reinforce these pillars.
The final leg of the tour takes the Prime Minister to New Zealand on 11 July, marking a significant outreach to Wellington after a long gap. Talks are expected to focus on renewable energy, digital innovation, mobility partnerships and strengthening ties with the Indian diaspora.