Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:13pm on 21 Nov 2023,Tuesday India Global
In a crucial meeting between Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Australian counterpart Penny Wong, the focus was on India's strained relations with Canada. Jaishankar expressed India's concern over the space provided to extremism and radicalism in Canada, emphasizing the need for Australia, with its amicable ties to both India and China, to understand India's perspective on the matter. The leaders also delved into discussions on the Quad alliance, covering topics ranging from intelligence sharing on shipping and military activities to trade and investments. Furthermore, India and Australia jointly committed to mapping the Indian Ocean sea floor, a critical step for submarine operations. The meeting underscored the complexities in the geopolitical landscape as nations navigate diplomatic challenges and regional partnerships.
