The prime minister's comments in the capital city of Papua New Guinea came amid China's aggressive behaviour in the region as well as its efforts to expand its influence in the Pacific island nations.
Ahead of Modi's arrival, Prime Minister Albanese said in a statement, “I am honoured to host Prime Minister Modi for an official visit to Australia, after receiving an extremely warm welcome in India earlier this year."
The Prime Minister also greeted him with folded hands and interacted with the family for a few minutes before heading to Canberra.
PM Modi in Papua New Guinea: Today is the second day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea. Today PM Modi is participating in the conference of 14 countries of the Pacific Ocean.
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PM Modi Papua New Guinea Visit: Today is the second day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea.
PM Modi Papua New Guinea Visit: Today is the second day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea. Today PM Modi will participate in the conference of 14 countries of the Pacific Ocean.
PM Modi Papua New Guinea Visit: Today is the second day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea. Today PM Modi will participate in the conference of 14 countries of the Pacific Ocean.
PM Modi, who arrived in Papua New Guinea on Sunday on his maiden visit to the country, will host a key summit between India and 14 Pacific island nations to boost bilateral ties.
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Interestingly, Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea is the first ever by any Indian prime minister.
PM Modi in Papua New Guinea: While the country normally doesn't provide a ceremonial welcome for leaders arriving after sunset, a special exception has been made for PM Modi. He will be accorded a full ceremonial welcome.
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The MEA said the prime minister will speak at G7 sessions with partner countries on subjects such as peace, stability and prosperity of a sustainable planet; and food, fertiliser, and energy security.
PM Modi and Biden will stop in Papua New Guinea on the way to Australia for a May 24 Quad Summit of the Quad in Australia’s Syndey.
The extent of the damage and whether there have been serious injuries or deaths from the quake were not clear in the immediate aftermath in the remote and underdeveloped region.
All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan decimated minnows Papua New Guinea with a superb all-round performance as Bangladesh qualified for the ‘Super 12s’ of the T20 World Cup with a crushing 84-run victory.
Richie Berrington slammed a stroke-filled 70 while Josh Davey snapped four wickets as Scotland inched closer to the Super 12s with a comfortable 17-run win over Papua New Guinea in their Group B match of the ICC T20 World Cup.
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Oman chased down a target of 130 in just 13.4 overs as opener Jatinder Singh remained unbeaten on 73 off 42 balls in the win.
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