Melbourne [Australia], July 10 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Australia as he departed the country with strong outcomes.
PM Modi noted that the momentum of the partnership will benefit both nations.
In a post on X, he said, “As my Australia visit concludes, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Government and people of Australia as well as to PM Albanese for their warmth. The outcomes of this visit have further strengthened our partnership and opened new avenues for cooperation across diverse sectors. The momentum in the times to come will benefit our nation and the entire planet.”
As my Australia visit concludes, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Government and people of Australia as well as to PM Albanese for their warmth. The outcomes of this visit have further strengthened our partnership and opened new avenues for cooperation across diverse…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 10, 2026
Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said that Foreign Minister Penny Wong came to see PM Modi off at the airport.
He said, “Stronger Partnership. Greater Ambition. Shared Future. PM Narendra Modi departed Melbourne after a successful visit further strengthening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. PM was seen off by Foreign Minister Penny Wong at the airport. From strategic defence cooperation and economic engagements to education, sports and vibrant community connections, the visit opened new avenues for collaboration and reinforced the deep bonds between the people of India and Australia. PM has emplaned for the last leg of his visit to Auckland, New Zealand.”
Stronger Partnership. Greater Ambition. Shared Future.
PM @narendramodi departed Melbourne after a successful visit further strengthening the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. PM was seen off by Foreign Minister Penny Wong @SenatorWong at the airport.
From… pic.twitter.com/171b6Ik3GO
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) July 10, 2026
PM Modi also met Angus Taylor, Leader of the Opposition of Australia. The two leaders discussed the growing India-Australia partnership and opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation.
It was a pleasure to meet with Prime Minister @narendramodi in Melbourne today on behalf of the Coalition to discuss the strong relationship between our two great nations. 🇦🇺🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/AxXQZ7ktUb
— Angus Taylor MP (@AngusTaylorMP) July 10, 2026
🎥 As PM @narendramodi is enroute to Auckland, watch highlights of the special and multifaceted India-New Zealand ties ⬇️
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) July 10, 2026
PM Modi had noted earlier in the day that sports has always been a powerful bridge between India and Australia, strengthening people-to-people ties through shared passion, respect and teamwork.
In a post on X, he said, “Delighted to witness young sporting talent in action at the MCG. Watching children play cricket, Kabaddi and Australian rules football was a wonderful reminder that sport has a unique ability to connect people. India and Australia share a deep sporting bond. As both our nations prepare to host major global sporting events in the years ahead, there is immense potential to deepen cooperation in sports, youth engagement, infrastructure and talent development.”
Delighted to witness young sporting talent in action at the MCG. Watching children play cricket, Kabaddi and Australian rules football was a wonderful reminder that sport has a unique ability to connect people.
India and Australia share a deep sporting bond. As both our nations… pic.twitter.com/DRIxJWiCm4
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 10, 2026
Australia and India are kicking goals and hitting sixes.
We’re taking the Big Bash to India for the first time ever, and helping grow AFL across our region.
Two great sporting nations, building something bigger together @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/TWaqvDdTCO
— Anthony Albanese (@AlboMP) July 10, 2026
The newly implemented Sports Collaboration Roadmap is structured to facilitate deeper institutional exchanges, coaching upgrades and technical partnerships. (ANI)
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