A high-level Australian delegation led by Colin Walters, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Australian Education International (AEI), met West Bengal Chief Secretary, Asok Mohan Chakrabarti to share the measures adopted by Australian government to ensure the safety of Indian students.
The delegation met the Chief Secretary to brief him about their government's response to recent crimes against Indian students in Australia, following which there was widespread protests and criticism. Besides issuing a series of firm statements to point out Australia's zero tolerance for racism, it has initiated a review of legislations pertaining to international students, a rapid audit of institutions to ensure delivery of quality education.
A student roundtable has also been established to bring the concerns of international students directly to the attention of ministers. This would be the first order priority for the Australian government, he added. The Australian Police have adopted measures to make students safer in Australia, especially in Melbourne and Australian universities have issued a Ten-Point Plan to address issues raised by students including affordable accommodation.
