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PM Modi Launches Diaspora Tour From Indonesia to Australia

PM Modi begins diaspora tour in Jakarta, calls Indonesia a 'true friend' and highlights India's reform agenda.

Politics desk
NRI HeraldJuly 7, 2026
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PM Modi greets with folded hands, launching his diaspora tour.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched his diaspora tour from Indonesia to Australia on July 7, starting with an address to the Indian community in Jakarta. He described Indonesia as a 'true friend' and emphasized India's 'reform, perform and transform' mantra.

Indonesian President Prabowo attended the event, highlighting the role of the Indian diaspora as a living bridge between the two nations. The tour aims to strengthen ties with the Indian community across multiple countries.

Modi's visit underscores the growing importance of diaspora engagement in India's foreign policy. The tour will continue to Australia, where he is scheduled to address Indian communities in Sydney and Melbourne.

The prime minister's outreach reflects efforts to deepen cultural and economic connections with the Indian diaspora, which numbers over 30 million worldwide. The Jakarta event drew thousands of attendees, including business leaders and community representatives.

Politics desk · July 7, 2026
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