Australia signs new defence, nuclear deals with India during controversial visit

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Narendra Modi,Anthony Albanese — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (L) and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (R) embrace following their speeches during a community event in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, July 9, 2026. Source: AAP / Hamish Blair/AP Photo/Hamish Blair

India and Australia have announced a series of new nuclear, security and defence deals during Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. His first visit in three years has had a mixed reception, from a stadium filled with supporters, to protesters rallying against his government's human rights record.

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Published 10 July 2026 4:08pm

Updated 1 hour ago 4:35pm

By Camille Bianchi, Tom Stayner

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India and Australia have announced a series of new nuclear, security and defence deals during Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. His first visit in three years has had a mixed reception, from a stadium filled with supporters, to protesters rallying against his government's human rights record.

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