Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith arrives in New Delhi for a three-day state visit. His t alks with Indian leaders are timely as relations are a little strained since a spate of attacks on Indian students in Australia.
Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith arrived in New Delhi Tuesday.
He's on a three-day state visit to strengthen bilateral ties between India and Australia.
The issue of attacks on Indians in Australia is a high priority topic.
Around 4,000 Indian students have cancelled plans to study in Australia after a series of attacks.
The foreign student market is Australia's third-largest foreign exchange earner.
Smith plans to reassure Indian leaders that Australia is taking action to ensure the safety of Indian students.
His visit coincides with today's Hockey World Cup match between India and Australia, which he will attend.
