Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles’ visit to the subcontinent is aimed at bolstering ties and addressing concerns about China.
before defence talks in New Delhi later today, as the Albanese government tries to rally support among allies concerned about China.
Russia’s war in Ukraine and India’s ongoing border strife with China are also likely to come up, with Mr Mantri’s office indicating the two will exchange views “on regional and global issues of shared interest”. alongside Australia, Japan and the United States. However, its reliance on Russia and China for trade and arms means it has been more reluctant than the other Quad members to directly criticise those two powers.
He will say the Albanese government’s focus on climate change will factor into Australia’s defence planning and defence diplomacy.