Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green acknowledged recent racial incidents and assured the safety of Indian migrants. He stated that Australian authorities will effectively deal with such incidents, which are inevitable in any country due to its multicultural nature. Green emphasized that Australia is a safe place for anyone, with over 1 million people of Indian origin living there. He also noted that the Australian government has been clear in its stance against religious or ethnic discrimination, with senior ministers responding to recent demonstrations. Green met Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss deepening trade ties between Australia and India, with a highly complementary relationship that supports rather than competes.