'Cricket a shared passion': PM Modi visits Australia's Melbourne Cricket Ground
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground during his trip to Australia to strengthen diplomatic ties. The visit coincided with the announcement of 18 major agreements between India and Australia, including defense, maritime security, and energy cooperation.
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The expansion of the India-Australia strategic partnership signals a significant shift in regional security and economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese, visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where he signed the jerseys of young cricketers and posed with Australia's official mascot, "Ruby the Roo."Former Australian men's cricket team captain Steve Waugh also met PM Modi at the stadium."Stepping into the MCG evokes two simultaneous emotions for any Indian. First, the thrill of an India-Australia match and second, the realisation that, in both our nations, cricket is not merely a sport but a shared passion. Yet, today, there is no pressure of a 'last-over finish.' Instead, there is only the joy of the game, the warmth of our friendship, and the energy of future champions," PM Modi said.Earlier, PM Modi met Angus Taylor, Leader of the Opposition of Australia and held talks on growing strength of India-Australia ties.In a post on X, he said, "Met Mr.
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