Australia Throws Its Weight Behind India’s Sports Ascent, Says High Commissioner Green
Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green has expressed strong support for India’s growth in the global sports arena, saying, “We strongly back India to be a leader in major sports development.”
Speaking at the FICCI TURF 2025 – Global Summit on the Business of Sports, Green highlighted several areas of potential collaboration:
India’s ambitions to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and possibly the 2036 Olympics.
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Australian companies already working on sports infrastructure in India, including in Ahmedabad.
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Opportunities in sports medicine, science, and technology where Australia can partner deeper with India.
Green’s remarks come amid broader bilateral efforts:
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He previously emphasized Australia’s commitment to India’s “sports journey” during the Australia-India Sports Excellence Forum in Gujarat.
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The two countries are discussing cooperation not just in elite sports performance, but also in sports science, event management, and infrastructure.
The message is clear: Australia sees India as a rising power in sport — and is ready to help it scale new heights.
