<h1>Government vows protection for migrants, condemns racial attacks and investigates assaults while advancing Australia-India trade talks</h1> Australian authorities affirmed their legal and policy commitment to protect migrants and address racially motivated incidents, stating such events are occasional and handled through existing law-enforcement and public-order mechanisms. The government reiterated that discrimination on religious or ethnic grounds is unacceptable and officials at senior levels have publicly condemned recent demonstrations targeting migrants. The statement also noted ongoing criminal investigations into violent assaults reported against foreign students. Separately, bilateral trade negotiations between Australia and India are advancing through multiple rounds toward a final agreement, with both governments highlighting complementary economic interests and continued engagement.