The Indian High Commission in Canberra on Thursday expressed deep appreciation to the remarks by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the Australian Parliament, where he highlighted the consequential role of India and lauded the contribution of the Indian diaspora in strengthening Australia.
In a post on X, the High Commission said that Prime Minister's words reflect the growing strength of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, built on shared democratic values and vibrant people-to-people ties.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in his remarks had said how India is one of the largest growing economies and added, "That is an extraordinary opportunity for us in our region. We are a Pacific nation, but we are also an Indian Ocean nation as well. Our trading relationship has been enhanced by the Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, and we're further drawn together through culture, education, and the international language of cricket."
He recalled his visits to India and said, "It is a wonderful experience to see the first-hand warmth that is there. Likewise, I will have the privilege of hosting Prime Minister Modi here soon, a privilege I look forward to repeating for the second time."
Albanese remarked how Prime Minister Modi's visit will be made extraordinary by the million-strong Indian Australian community the largest growing migrant community in Australia. He lauded the community for its hard work and for strengthening the Australian economy, along with enhancing society.