Former Australian PM Tony Abbott calls on PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi fondly recalled his visit to Australia in November 2014 for the G-20 Summit in Brisbane, productive bilateral engagements in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne and his address to the Joint Session of the Australian Parliament.

Acknowledging the role of Abbott in strengthening India-Australia relations PM Modi tweeted “Had an excellent interaction with my friend, @HonTonyAbbott.

Great to see his passion and energy on issues he believes in. He is a strong votary for deepening India-Australia cooperation.”