“I was called an Australian in Sri Lanka, and was called Sri Lankan in Australia”

Arun Kumar Abey OAM Source: SBS Tamil
Arun Kumar Abey is awarded one of Australia’s most prestigious awards, “The Order of Australia Medal” in the general category for significant service to the financial planning sector, and to the community. Arun Abey talks to Kulasegaram Sanchayan about his background, work, and his life in Australia.
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