PM Modi Congratulates Australian PM Albanese on Historic Wedding
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm congratulations to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who made history by getting married while in office—a first in Australia’s 124-year federation.
Key Details
- Anthony Albanese married partner Jodie Haydon in a private ceremony at The Lodge, Canberra
- This marks the first time a sitting Australian PM has married while in office
- PM Modi posted congratulations on X, calling Albanese “my good friend”
Intimate Ceremony at Official Residence
The couple exchanged vows surrounded by close family and friends at the prime minister’s official residence. In an official statement, Albanese expressed their joy:
“We are absolutely delighted to share our love and commitment to spending our future lives together, in front of our family and closest friends.”
Personal Touches and Long-term Partnership
Haydon has been a constant presence in Albanese’s public life, accompanying him during the 2022 election campaign and Labor’s recent victory in May. The wedding featured meaningful personal elements—Haydon’s five-year-old niece served as flower girl while their dog Toto carried the rings.
International Recognition
Prime Minister Modi’s social media message highlighted the warm relationship between the two leaders:
“Congratulations to my good friend, PM Anthony Albanese and Ms. Jodie Haydon on their wedding. Wishing them a happy married life.”
