Modi's trip boosts Act East Policy, deepening India’s Indo-Pacific ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand underscores India’s Act East Policy, aimed at promoting economic cooperation, cultural ties, and strategic relationships in the Indo-Pacific. Initiated in 1991 as the Look East Policy, it was renamed Act East by Modi in 2014 to reflect a more active engagement. Despite challenges like regional instability and inconsistent support from extra-regional powers, the policy has strengthened India’s partnerships with ASEAN and positioned it as a responsible maritime power.
11 JUL 2026
— NDTV
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— Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi's Indo-Pacific tour resulted in new strategic partnerships and defense agreements with Australia and Indonesia, while India seeks to deepen economic ties in the region.
14 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi's recent diplomatic visits to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand strengthen India's Act East Policy, fostering economic and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific.
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