On the backdrop of postponement of direct meet, PM Modi holds telephonic communication with Australian PM
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New Delhi, January 4: On the backdrop of cancelation of Australian PM Scott Morrison’s visit to India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation with him. Morrison called off his four-day visit to India from January 13 due to the devastating bushfires in several parts of his country.
PM Modi conveyed his heartfelt condolences on behalf of all Indians and on his own behalf on the damage to life and property in Australia due to severe and prolonged bushfires. He also offered India’s unstinted support to Australia and the Australian people, who are bravely facing this unprecedented natural calamity.
Expressing his satisfaction at the progress in bilateral relations in recent years, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s commitment to strengthen its strategic partnership with Australia. He stated that to this end, he looked forward to welcoming the Prime Minister of Australia in India on a State Visit at early mutual convenience.
Telephone Conversation between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Prime Minister of Australia H.E. Mr. Scott Morrison https://t.co/khLL45Phtf
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Prime Minister Modi conveyed his best wishes to Prime Minister Morrison and the people of Australia for the rest of the year 2020.