Strengthening Strategic Ties: High Commissioner Philip Green addresses India’s National Defence College 

On 21 May 2025, High Commissioner Philip Green addressed a high-calibre cohort of senior officers at India’s prestigious National Defence College (NDC) in New Delhi – the second time during his tenure. In his remarks, the High Commissioner reflected on the growing depth of the Australia-India strategic partnership, emphasising India’s vital role as a key defence partner to Australia’s broader Indo-Pacific strategy. This continued dialogue with the NDC highlights Australia’s commitment to working closely with India to advance peace, stability and resilience prosperity across the region. 

(High Commissioner Philip Green addresses India's National Defence College) 

Championing Gender Equality: Australia welcomes BJP Mahila Morcha President Vanathi Srinivasan 

Australia is committed to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. In May 2025, we welcomed Vanathi Srinivasan, National President of the BJP Mahila Morcha, to Australia for a substantive visit that explored our shared priorities around women’s leadership and policy exchange. During her program, Ms Srinivasan engaged with state ministers, academic leaders and participated in a radio interview with the Australian Tamil Broadcasting Corporation. Her visit strengthened the strong people-to-people ties between Australia and India and reaffirmed our mutual commitment to inclusive growth and gender equity. 

(National President of the BJP Mahila Morcha Vanathi Srinivasan with Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator Penny Wong)

Untamed Conversations: High Commissioner Philip Green’s thought-provoking discussion with Sandhya Mridul

High Commissioner Philip Green sat down for a thought-provoking conversation with acclaimed actor and debut author, Sandhya Mridul on 2 May 2025. The discussion offered insights into the evolving role of women in Bollywood and the deeply personal themes explored in her new book, Untamed. In her first collection of poems, Mridul draws from her own journey through grief and loss to explore themes of healing, self-discovery and emotional resilience. Her powerful voice, both on and off screen, reflects both the challenges and the growing space for women in India’s creative industries.

(High Commissioner Philip Green in conversation with Sandhya Mridul)