India and Australia Sign Key Defence Pacts
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What Happened
Why It Matters
Background
History & Context
What Changed
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BEFORE: Indian and Australian navies relied on independent frameworks or ad-hoc international coordination for submarine emergencies. NOW: The new Implementing Arrangement establishes a formalized, mutual submarine rescue support framework, ensuring rapid joint responses.
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BEFORE: Bilateral defence cooperation was heavily anchored on the 2020 MLSA, which focused primarily on basic logistics and refuelling. NOW: The partnership has expanded with three new pacts that target specialized, high-end maritime interoperability.
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BEFORE: The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership was in its initial phase of aligning broad strategic objectives. NOW: Marking its five-year milestone, the CSP has matured into actionable, highly specialized military cooperation between the two nations.
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Practice Questions
Q1
Correct Statement(s)Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding India-Australia defence relations? 1. The Mutual Logistics Support Agreement (MLSA) between India and Australia was signed in 2025 to mark the fifth anniversary of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. 2. The 2025 Implementing Arrangement on Mutual Submarine Rescue Support formalizes operational safety protocols and enhances interoperability between the two navies.