Prime Minister Modi’s recent visits to Australia and New Zealand solidified India’s Indo-Pacific partnerships, emphasizing strategic cooperation amidst global uncertainties. Geopolitical competition spurred India to strengthen the southern Indo-Pacific arc. Australia upgraded defense ties, including uranium exports. New Zealand established a strategic partnership for maritime collaboration and trade expansion. India prioritizes regional stability, supply-chain diversification, energy security, and critical minerals. These visits reflect Modi’s effective strategy to build vital alliances, safeguarding India’s strategic autonomy and navigating a volatile global landscape.