New Delhi [India], November 5 (ANI): External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with Australia's Opposition Leader and former Defence Minister, Peter Dutton on Saturday and held discussions on a range of topics including the bilateral ties and global affairs.

The two leaders discussed the various aspects of the bilateral partnership between India and Australia. They also engaged in a comprehensive dialogue on pressing geopolitical issues, encompassing the Indo-Pacific region, West Asia, and Europe.

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"Good to meet Leader of Liberal party of Australia Peter Dutton. Exchanged views on our bilateral partnership, the Indo-Pacific, West Asia and Europe. Thank him again for his strong support for India-Australia ties," Jaishankar posted on X (formerly Twitter).

https://twitter.com/drsjaishankar/status/1720767169665937741?s=46&t=TbrKHKgG29uXA1CMFN38Pw

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Peter Dutton, is on a visit to India accompanied by a delegation of 20 influential industrialists.This visit is in preparation for their participation in a pivotal 4-day Economic Trade Delegation Summit, which commenced on November 1. (ANI)

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