Modi Raises Pro-Khalistani Elements Issue With the Australian PM

NEW DELHI: The recent attacks on temples in Australia and the actions of pro-Khalistani forces there were issues that Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought up with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on Wednesday.

The Australia-India Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement, which aims to encourage the two-way mobility of students, academic researchers, and businesspeople, was finalised, the two prime leaders stated after their extensive discussions.

Additionally, PM Modi and PM Albanese reaffirmed their desire to see the ambitious Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), which is anticipated to greatly increase bilateral trade ties, come to a swift conclusion.

The two heads of state praised the development of the Australia-India task force on green hydrogen. The task force's mandate was settled upon throughout the negotiations.

After the conversations, Albanese also disclosed plans to establish a new Australian Consulate-General in Bengaluru, the major objective of which will be to connect Australian businesses with India's developing digital economy and innovation environment.

In his media remark, PM Modi emphasised the value of India-Australian collaboration and claimed that it was essential for maintaining regional peace and security as well as the welfare of the world.

"Prime Minister Albanese and I have in the past discussed the issue of attacks on temples in Australia and activities of separatist elements. We discussed the matter today as well," PM Modi said.

"It is not acceptable to us that anyone hurt the friendly and cordial ties between India and Australia by their actions or ideology," he said in the presence of Albanese.

Albanese's actions against the perpetrators of such crimes were praised by PM Modi.

"Prime Minister Modi's visit to Australia has strengthened the close and strong relationship that Australia enjoys with India," Albanese said in his comments.

"This is a relationship we need to invest in. Our strong partnership with India will deliver benefits for Australia in trade, investment and business, and in regional security and stability," he said.

"In my first year as Prime Minister, I have met with Prime Minister Modi six times, which underscores the value we place on deepening ties between our nations," Australian PM said.

"Australia is a better place because of the contributions of the Indian-Australian community, and we want to see more connections between our countries," he added.

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