Australian envoy calls on Arunachal CM, discusses skill development initiatives

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaOctober 6, 2024

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday accorded a warm welcome to His Excellency Philip Green OAM, the Australian High Commissioner to India, and his delegation, Hugh Boylan, Consul General in Kolkata, and Harriet White, Vice-Consul in Bengaluru.

The discussion centred on advancing skill development initiatives for Arunachali youth with a focus on collaboration with Australian institutions.

The Chief Minister emphasized on immense potential of Arunachal Pradesh’s workforce, especially in sectors like construction, infrastructure development, hydropower and road connectivity. He highlighted the critical need for skilled manpower to support the state’s ongoing and future projects, notably in hydropower development.

The Chief Minister underscored the importance of bringing in highly trained professionals to equip Arunachali youth with the skills required to compete globally. He also advocated for collaboration with Australian experts to develop a cadre of skilled trainers, ensuring long-term and sustainable development for the region.

Green assured joint collaboration between Australia and Arunachal Pradesh in skill development. He acknowledged the peaceful environment of the state, praising its ethnic diversity and harmonious co-existence.

The meeting concluded with an expression of optimism for enhanced cooperation in imparting high-end skills for Arunachali youth in the coming days.