India–Australia Strategic Relations: Moving to the Next Level

Rahul Mishra

Archive data: Person was Research Assistant at IDSA from June 2009 to September 2013 Joined IDSA June 2009 Expertise Australia, Southeast Asia and the Southwest Pacific region, Asia-Pacific security. Education… Continue reading India–Australia Strategic Relations: Moving to the Next Level read more

This commentary attempts to put into perspective the recent developments in India–Australia bilateral ties. It argues that economic incentives and strategic calculations have compelled Australia to get closer to India. Australia’s decision to supply yellowcake to India, expanding bilateral naval cooperation and Australian Defence Minister Stephen Smith’s December 2011 visit should be seen in that context. Australia has realised that it does not make sense to lag behind when countries across the world are jockeying to benefit from India’s rise.