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Prime Minister Modi is expected to participate in bilateral meetings and community engagements during his three-day visit, including the “Melbourne Meets Modi” event.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Credits: X)
Australian authorities have launched an investigation after an alleged death threat targeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi surfaced on Facebook ahead of his visit to the country.
The threat appeared in the comments section of a Facebook post promoting the “Melbourne Meets Modi” community event, scheduled to be held at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on July 9, according to The Australia Today.
The comment, posted from an account using the name “Abu Mustafa” (ابو مصطفى), read: “The roof tops of the stadium better close during the event or he will be coming to Australia for his death.”
According to The Australia Today, investigators have identified the IP address linked to the account as part of the probe.
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has not confirmed whether any arrests have been made and has declined to comment on the ongoing investigation. However, security agencies are treating the threat with utmost seriousness, with multiple Australian agencies expected to be involved in ensuring the Prime Minister’s safety during his visit.
Prime Minister Modi is expected to participate in bilateral meetings and community engagements during his three-day visit, including the “Melbourne Meets Modi” event.
PM Modi will also hold talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the Australia-India Annual Leaders’ Summit, scheduled to take place from July 8 to 10 in Melbourne.
Announcing the summit, Albanese described India as a key strategic and economic partner for Australia.
“As the world’s fourth largest and fastest growing economy, India is a critical economic partner for Australia. I am honoured to welcome my friend Prime Minister Modi to Australia for our Annual Leaders’ Summit,” the Australian Prime Minister said.
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