Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stated that India placed the issue of existence and repatriation of black money at the recently concluded G-20 Summit, expressing his satisfaction over the official communique of the summit reflecting the same.
The Prime Minister wrote a blog reflecting upon his experiences during his recently concluded 10-day trip to Myanmar, Australia and Fiji, which included his attending five summits and 20 bilateral meetings.
"At the G-20 Summit, India placed the issue of existence andrepatriation of black money at the forefront of the world community. I am glad that the world community took note of this because this is an issue that does not selectively affect one nation. The menace of black money has the potential to destabilize world peace and harmony. Black money also brings with it terrorism, money laundering and narcotics trade," he wrote.
"As democracies firmly committed to the rule of law, it becomes our obligation to collectively fight this evil and there was no better occasion than the G-20 to raise this. Our efforts paid with the official communique reflecting this issue," he added.
Prime Minister Modi also hailed the relationship between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries, stating that the two can explore new frontiers together. "The ASEAN Summit was an opportunity to engage with the leadership of ASEAN nations as we discussed how to deepen engagement both as a group of nations and with each nation individually. It is my conviction that ASEAN and India can explore new frontiers together. We share the bonds of culture and history and at the same time are blessed with the vigour and energy of our youth," he wrote.
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Stating that he experienced warmth from every leader he met, Prime Minister Modi recalled the issues that he talked with fellow leaders during his trip.
"I discussed affordable housing with PM Razak of Malaysia, energy issues with the Sultan of Brunei to urban development issues with PM Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore. In Fiji I met with leaders of the Pacific Island Nations. This is a region that is important to us. I am very happy to have taken a significant and concrete step towards stronger bilateral relations with each of these nations individually. There is a lot we can do for these nations and there is a lot we can learn from them," he wrote.
"Wherever I went, I saw witnessed immense warmth from the people. I am extremely grateful to President Thein Sein, Prime Minister Abbott and Prime Minister Bainimarama, the leaders of the three nations who hosted me. My individual meetings with them also covered significant ground on how to take relations with our respective nations ahead," he added.
Prime Minister Modi further wrote about New Delhi and Naw Pyi Taw's engagement in the '3Cs', also mentioning plans of a 'Make in India' roadshow in Australia.
"With President Thein Sein my talks were centred around the 3Cs of culture, commerce and connectivity. Prime Minister Abbott and I made unprecedented progress in the areas of energy, culture, and security and are moving very positively on the issue of nuclear energy. The Framework for Security Cooperation is a fitting recognition of the increasing security ties with Australia," he wrote.
"There will be a 'Make in India' roadshow next year to invite Australia companies to India. During my meeting with Australian business leaders, I could see their willingness and eagerness to invest in India and such a roadshow will surely be very valuable in this context," he added.
Prime Minister Modi returned home on Thursday morning after a successful 10-day three-nation trip. He first visited Myanmar, where he attended the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India Summit and the East Asia Summit (EAS). He then travelled to Australia to attend the G-20 Summit and hold bilateral talks with that nation, before travelling to Fiji, where the Prime Minister said India could play a significant role in creating a "Digital" Fiji, and suggested that the island-nation could serve as a hub for stronger Indian engagement with the Pacific Islands.
