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Background
Overview
This partnership is crucial for understanding India's foreign policy, its role in the Indo-Pacific strategy, economic diversification efforts, and engagement with middle powers. It reflects India's strategic autonomy and multilateral engagement in a multipolar world.
The India-Australia strategic partnership has evolved significantly, moving beyond traditional ties to encompass deeper cooperation in defence, economy, and regional security, particularly within the Indo-Pacific framework, driven by shared democratic values and converging strategic interests.