Bharat Express

PM Modi

During the morning session of the ceremony, PM Modi will place the historic Sengol—a 5-feet long golden sceptre—near the Speaker's new chair amidst traditional rituals.

“Earlier, it was said that India and Australia relation is defined by 3Cs- Commonwealth, Cricket and Curry. Then it was said that our relationship is defined by ‘Democracy, Diaspora and Dosti. Some people also said that our relationship depends on Energy, Economy and Education. But I believe that the relation between India-Australia is beyond this, it is mutual trust and mutual respect,” he said to a packed arena at Sydney Olympic Park.

The event made one thing clear: the Indian diaspora, and in particular the Sikh community in Australia, looks forward to a future where the relationship between Australia and India.

On the second day of his visit, PM Modi also held meetings and discussions with several business leaders and eminent Australians. He has invited the Australian businesses to invest in India.

A large number of BJP workers and supporters also gathered outside Palam airport to welcome PM Modi.

Modi’s visit to Australia, his second since 2014, is indicative of the growing importance of India-Australia relations.

The railway line connecting Kashmir with Kanyakumari is all set to be completed this year, and the specially designed ‘Vande Bharat trains would also chug in the region by next year.

PM Modi is on a three-day visit to Australia, with whom India signed a historic trade deal last year.

During April 2000 and December 2022, India received USD 1.07 billion in investments from Australia, according to government data.

PM Modi, who arrived here on Sunday on his maiden visit to the nation, will host a key summit between India and 14 Pacific island countries to boost bilateral ties.