Australian Defense Min. Richard Marles receives ‘Guard of honor’ ahea of Defence Ministers' Dialogue

Jun 01, 2026

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles received a ceremonial Guard of Honour upon his arrival in South Block, New Delhi, ahead of the India–Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue. The visit marks a key step in strengthening bilateral defence cooperation between the two countries, focusing on strategic partnership, Indo-Pacific security, and enhanced military collaboration. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh welcomed his Australian counterpart, underscoring growing defence and diplomatic ties between India and Australia.