During their bilateral meetings in Sydney, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart spoke about the recent attacks on temples and the activities of separatist elements in Australia. PM Modi is in Australia for three days.
Following the bilateral summit, PM Modi stated such individuals who could harm relations between India and Australia "by their actions or thoughts" would not be accepted. Additionally, he claimed that PM Albanese had promised to act harshly against them moving forward.
"PM Anthony Albanese and I have previously spoken about the subject of attacks on temples in Australia and separatist forces' activity. We also talked about it today. We won't tolerate anyone or anything who, through their words or deeds, undermines the cordial and warm relationships between India and Australia. PM Albanese reaffirmed to me today that he would take strict measures against these individuals in the future, according to PM Modi.
Australia is a "multicultural country," according to Prime Minister Albanese, and it respects "people's faith." He also emphasized that such assaults will not be condoned in any way. The comments from both leaders were made in light of recent attacks on temples in Australia.
Brisbane's Laxmi Narayan Temple was attacked by Khalistani fanatics in March, and vile graffiti was scrawled around the temple's perimeter. 'Hindustan murdabad' was written in graffiti on the walls of the ISCKON temple in Melbourne's Albert Park on January 23.
The Swaminarayan temple in Melbourne was vandalized on January 12 with anti-Indian graffiti, while the Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Victoria's Carrum Downs was vandalized on January 16.
In Sydney, PM Modi and Albanese conducted private talks to address matters pertaining to security, trade, people-to-people relations, and the military. In light of China's assertive efforts in the region, both sides emphasized the importance of an open and stable Indo-Pacific region.
PM Modi received a ceremonial guard of honor at Admiralty House in Sydney prior to the bilateral meeting. He added his signature to the guest book.
After finishing his flights to Papua New Guinea and Japan, where he attended the G7 summit as a special guest, PM Modi arrived in Sydney on Monday for a three-day visit. The Indian community in Sydney greeted him as soon as he touched there.
Along with PM Albanese, the Prime Minister met with prominent Australian business figures and spoke to a sizable crowd of Indians at the Qudos Bank Arena. He spent a lot of time on the contributions made by the Indian diaspora and emphasized the close ties that India and Australia have.
He asserted that the two nations' connection is founded on "mutual trust" and "mutual respect," going beyond the 3Cs -- Commonwealth, Cricket, and Curry -- 3Ds -- Democracy, Diaspora, and Dosti (Friendship), and 3Es -- Energy, Economy, and Education.
He announced the imminent opening of a new Indian embassy in Brisbane. PM Modi and PM Albanese officially renamed a street in Western Sydney, where the Indian community celebrates holidays and events like Diwali and Australia Day, "Little India" during the special community event.
