HT Interview: India, Aus ties have moved to a higher level, says Marles

In a conversation with HT, Marles, who is also defence minister, spoke about China’s backing of Pakistan during recent clashes with India

Australia backs India’s efforts to combat terrorism and the halting of military actions with Pakistan last month was “an act of Indian leadership”, Australian deputy prime minister Richard Marles said on Wednesday, while outlining Canberra’s plans to foster closer defence and security ties with New Delhi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian deputy prime minister Richard Marles met in Delhi on Wednesday. ani (ANI)

In a conversation with HT, Marles, who is also defence minister, spoke about China’s backing of Pakistan during recent clashes with India, saying both Delhi and Canberra feel China’s massive military build-up has had