New Delhi: The Chief Election Commissioner of India and Chairperson of International IDEA, Shri Gyanesh Kumar, met H.E. Mr. Philip Green, High Commissioner of Australia to India, today at Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi.
The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between India and Australia in the field of electoral management, democratic institutions, and best practices in election administration. Both sides discussed avenues for collaboration through International IDEA, emphasizing democratic resilience, transparency, and inclusive electoral processes.
Shri Gyanesh Kumar highlighted India’s vast experience in conducting elections on an unprecedented scale and reiterated India’s commitment to supporting global democratic frameworks. H.E. Mr. Philip Green appreciated India’s leadership role in electoral governance and expressed Australia’s interest in deeper institutional engagement.
The interaction reflects the growing partnership between India and Australia in promoting democratic values and international cooperation.