Australian High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, has underscored the strong and growing partnership between India and Australia, emphasizing their shared commitment to a stable, free, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Speaking on bilateral cooperation, Green said both countries “stand together like a rock” amid regional turbulence and share a unified strategic vision. He noted that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese are aligned in their approach to ensuring peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. According to him, this partnership is breaking new records not only in diplomacy but also in economic and technological collaboration.
Highlighting the success of the Enhanced Cooperation Trade Agreement (ECTA), Green shared striking statistics: in the past five years, India’s exports to the world grew by 40%, while Australia’s imports from India surged by 200%, reflecting a fivefold growth rate. He explained that the complementary nature of the two economies—producing different goods—strengthens cooperation rather than competition.
Green also referred to the contribution of over 1 million Indian-origin residents in Australia, describing them as a “human bridge” that enhances both community bonds and bilateral trade relations. He emphasized the technological collaboration between the countries, noting Australia’s innovations in WiFi and Google Maps technology, while acknowledging India’s unique ability to scale these technologies globally. The High Commissioner invited Australian tech companies to enter the Indian market and showcase their innovations to the world.
He concluded, “We produce very different products and services, which minimizes competition. What unites us is the human bridge—over 1 million Indian-origin residents in Australia contribute significantly not only to our communities but also to bilateral business growth.”
