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Burj Khalifa lights up in Australian, Indian flag colours

Monday, 27 January 2020 12:18

AFP

Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa lit up in the colours of the Australian and Indian flags to honour both the countries.

It marked India's 71st Republic Day, and the national day of Australia.

The Australian flag was displayed at 6:40 pm on Sunday, while the Indian flag was beamed at 8:10 pm.

On the occasion of 71st Republic Day of India, iconic Burj Khalifa illuminated with Tricolour..and thousands of Indians and other Nationals witnessed this proud moment. Thanks to @emaardubai @DDNewslive @IndembAbuDhabi pic.twitter.com/kUG3QzHdg2
— India in Dubai (@cgidubai) January 26, 2020

Advance Australia Fair. Thank you #BurjKhalifa for lighting up our #AustraliaDay2020. pic.twitter.com/ZJY504sjlE
— Ridwaan Jadwat 🇦🇺 (@AusAmbUAE) January 26, 2020

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