Australia and India have signed a uranium export agreement, paving the way for Australian uranium supplies to support India’s expanding civil nuclear energy programme. The deal was announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia, the second leg of his ongoing three-nation tour after Indonesia.
The agreement allows Australia to export uranium to India for peaceful civilian use, reinforcing the growing strategic partnership between the two countries. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the agreement as a significant step towards supporting India’s long-term clean energy goals while deepening bilateral cooperation.
India has one of the world’s fastest-growing energy demands, with nuclear power expected to play an increasingly important role in achieving its clean energy targets. Australia holds some of the world’s largest uranium reserves and is expected to become a key supplier under the new arrangement.
Beyond uranium exports, both leaders also agreed to strengthen cooperation in critical minerals, maritime security, education, defence, and supply chain resilience. The discussions highlighted efforts to diversify global supply chains and expand collaboration in emerging technologies and strategic sectors.
The Australia-India uranium export deal also aligns with broader efforts by both countries to enhance economic and strategic ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with increasing focus on energy security and sustainable development.
Following his engagements in Australia, Prime Minister Modi will travel to New Zealand, where he is expected to hold bilateral talks to strengthen India’s partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.
