India’s envoy meets Lowy Institute experts to deepen Indo‑Pacific ties with Australia

New Delhi’s top diplomat in Canberra, High Commissioner Nagesh Singh, spent a day at Sydney’s Lowy Institute engaging with policy makers, scholars and former officials. The round‑table focused on the evolving strategic landscape of the Indo‑Pacific and ways to sharpen cooperation between India and Australia.

Participants examined shared concerns such as maritime security, supply‑chain resilience and the role of emerging technologies in the region. They also explored avenues for expanding trade, education exchanges and people‑to‑people links – topics that resonate strongly with the South‑Asian diaspora, many of whom are students, professionals and entrepreneurs operating across both nations.

The dialogue underscored a mutual interest in a rules‑based order and highlighted the potential for joint initiatives, from joint naval exercises to collaborative research projects. For the diaspora, stronger bilateral ties could translate into smoother visa processes, greater investment opportunities and a more supportive environment for cultural and community activities.

Singh’s visit to the think‑tank comes at a time when both capitals are seeking to balance great‑power competition with regional stability, making the outcomes of these discussions particularly relevant for Indians living in Australia and beyond.