Mumbai, July 9 -- Third India-Australia Annual Summit Joint Statement stated that Prime Ministers of both nations reaffirmed that defence and security cooperation is a cornerstone of the partnership in an increasingly complex strategic environment. They announced the Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation, reflecting a step change in the depth and ambition of the bilateral defence and security relationship, and contribution to regional strength and security.

The Prime Ministers welcomed the establishment of an Annual Defence Ministers' Dialogue as a mechanism to enhance consultation and cooperation. They noted with satisfaction the growing frequency and complexity of defence exercises and exchanges under the Mutual Logisti...