Australian PM Albanese dons Dhaka topi to celebrate Nepal Festival in Sydney
Summary
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the Nepal Festival in Sydney, praising the Nepali community’s contribution to Australia’s multicultural development. The event at Darling Harbour featured traditional dress, Nepali food, cultural performances, and messages of support for Nepal after recent floods and landslides.
Key Points
- Anthony Albanese attended the Nepal Festival in Sydney for the first time and praised the Nepali community’s role in Australia’s development and cultural diversity.
- He wore a Dhaka topi and khada scarf, extended Tihar greetings, and expressed condolences over the floods and landslides in Nepal.
- Chris Minns, premier of New South Wales, also attended the event and praised Nepali art and culture.
- The festival, organised by NRNA Australia, drew thousands of attendees and showcased Nepali food, dress, and culture at Darling Harbour.
