PM Modi raises concern over assault on temples in Australia throughout talks with Albanese

Express News Service

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday conveyed to his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese India’s issues over the assaults on temples in Australia by Khalistani supporters. 

Both leaders additionally carried out an in depth dialogue on maritime safety within the Indo-Pacific area on the first annual India-Australia Summit on the nationwide capital.

In his media assertion, Modi referred to the contribution of the Indian neighborhood in Australia and described the incidents of vandalism in Australia as a “matter of regret.”

“It is a matter of regret that reports of attacks on temples have come regularly from Australia over the past few weeks. It is natural that such news worries everyone in India, and disturbs our mind,” he stated.

“I conveyed these feelings and concerns to Prime Minister Albanese and he has assured me that the safety of the Indian community is of special priority for him. Our teams will be in regular contact on this matter, and will cooperate as much as possible,” he added.

The Indian High Commission in Canberra not too long ago condemned the “deeply disturbing” incidents of vandalisation of three Hindu temples in Melbourne and requested the Australian Government to make sure the security and safety of members of the Indian neighborhood and their properties within the nation.

In January, ISKCON’s Hare Krishna Temple was vandalized in Melbourne’s Albert Park space. Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Carrum Downs was vandalized on January 16 and BAPS Swaminarayan Temple within the Mill Park space on January 12.

Both leaders additionally mentioned varied elements of mutual cooperation together with strategic convergence and customary pursuits within the Indo-Pacific area. The leaders vowed to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).

On the proposed CECA, Albanese stated the “transformational deal” will realise the complete potential of the bilateral financial relationship, creating new employment alternatives and elevating dwelling requirements for the folks of each Australia and India.

ALSO READ | PM Albanese visits INS Vikrant, says Australia to host Exercise Malabar

Meanwhile, PM Modi described safety cooperation as an necessary pillar of the India-Australia complete strategic partnership. “We had a detailed discussion on maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region and increasing mutual defence and security cooperation. To enhance contact and friendship among our young soldiers, we have established the General Rawat Officers Exchange Programme, which has started this month,” PM Modi added.

The Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) was applied final 12 months and has opened up higher alternatives for commerce and funding between each nations. The discussions have been additionally targeted on boosting cooperation in clear power, commerce and funding, defence and safety, important minerals, migration and mobility, provide chains, training, tradition and sports activities.

“I am proud of the deep and vibrant ties between our nations. My visit has strengthened the already close relationship that Australia enjoys with India – which is a key partner in the Indo-Pacific. Building a stronger partnership with India will deliver tangible benefits for Australia in trade and investment, education, renewable energy, defence, security and culture,” stated PM Albanese.

ALSO READ | Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Gujarat, visits Sabarmati Ashram

The two sides additionally inked 4 agreements offering for cooperation in areas of sports activities, innovation, audio-visual manufacturing and solar energy following the talks between Modi and Albanese.

Meanwhile, India and Australia are additionally shifting ahead with the Mobility Agreement which will probably be helpful for college students, employees, and professionals. The Indian diaspora is now the second largest immigrant neighborhood in Australia which is making a big contribution to the society and economic system of Australia.

Australia will host Exercise Malabar for the primary time this 12 months. The Malabar naval train started in 1992 between India and the US, whereas Australia was included as a everlasting member in 2020. “Building real collaboration with partners like India, Japan and the US is a good thing,” PM Albanese added.

In his remarks, Albanese described his nation’s relationship with India as “multifaceted” and stated he was trying ahead to internet hosting Modi in Australia for the Quad leaders’ summit in May after which returning to India in September for the G20 summit.

(With inputs from PTI, ANI)

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday conveyed to his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese India’s issues over the assaults on temples in Australia by Khalistani supporters. 

Both leaders additionally carried out an in depth dialogue on maritime safety within the Indo-Pacific area on the first annual India-Australia Summit on the nationwide capital.

In his media assertion, Modi referred to the contribution of the Indian neighborhood in Australia and described the incidents of vandalism in Australia as a “matter of regret.”googletag.cmd.push(operate() googletag.show(‘div-gpt-ad-8052921-2′); );

“It is a matter of regret that reports of attacks on temples have come regularly from Australia over the past few weeks. It is natural that such news worries everyone in India, and disturbs our mind,” he stated.

“I conveyed these feelings and concerns to Prime Minister Albanese and he has assured me that the safety of the Indian community is of special priority for him. Our teams will be in regular contact on this matter, and will cooperate as much as possible,” he added.

The Indian High Commission in Canberra not too long ago condemned the “deeply disturbing” incidents of vandalisation of three Hindu temples in Melbourne and requested the Australian Government to make sure the security and safety of members of the Indian neighborhood and their properties within the nation.

In January, ISKCON’s Hare Krishna Temple was vandalized in Melbourne’s Albert Park space. Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Carrum Downs was vandalized on January 16 and BAPS Swaminarayan Temple within the Mill Park space on January 12.

Both leaders additionally mentioned varied elements of mutual cooperation together with strategic convergence and customary pursuits within the Indo-Pacific area. The leaders vowed to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).

On the proposed CECA, Albanese stated the “transformational deal” will realise the complete potential of the bilateral financial relationship, creating new employment alternatives and elevating dwelling requirements for the folks of each Australia and India.

ALSO READ | PM Albanese visits INS Vikrant, says Australia to host Exercise Malabar

Meanwhile, PM Modi described safety cooperation as an necessary pillar of the India-Australia complete strategic partnership. “We had a detailed discussion on maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region and increasing mutual defence and security cooperation. To enhance contact and friendship among our young soldiers, we have established the General Rawat Officers Exchange Programme, which has started this month,” PM Modi added.

The Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) was applied final 12 months and has opened up higher alternatives for commerce and funding between each nations. The discussions have been additionally targeted on boosting cooperation in clear power, commerce and funding, defence and safety, important minerals, migration and mobility, provide chains, training, tradition and sports activities.

“I am proud of the deep and vibrant ties between our nations. My visit has strengthened the already close relationship that Australia enjoys with India – which is a key partner in the Indo-Pacific. Building a stronger partnership with India will deliver tangible benefits for Australia in trade and investment, education, renewable energy, defence, security and culture,” stated PM Albanese.

ALSO READ | Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Gujarat, visits Sabarmati Ashram

The two sides additionally inked 4 agreements offering for cooperation in areas of sports activities, innovation, audio-visual manufacturing and solar energy following the talks between Modi and Albanese.

Meanwhile, India and Australia are additionally shifting ahead with the Mobility Agreement which will probably be helpful for college students, employees, and professionals. The Indian diaspora is now the second largest immigrant neighborhood in Australia which is making a big contribution to the society and economic system of Australia.

Australia will host Exercise Malabar for the primary time this 12 months. The Malabar naval train started in 1992 between India and the US, whereas Australia was included as a everlasting member in 2020. “Building real collaboration with partners like India, Japan and the US is a good thing,” PM Albanese added.

In his remarks, Albanese described his nation’s relationship with India as “multifaceted” and stated he was trying ahead to internet hosting Modi in Australia for the Quad leaders’ summit in May after which returning to India in September for the G20 summit.

(With inputs from PTI, ANI)