PM Modi speaks to Malcolm Turnbull, congratulates him on his appointment as Australian PM
PM Modi appreciates Tony Abbott's efforts in improving ties between India and Australia

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, spoke to Mr. Malcolm Turnbull today and congratulated him on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Australia.

"Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and I spoke a short while ago. I congratulated him and conveyed best wishes. I also thanked him for his birthday greetings. I spoke to Mr. Tony Abbott and appreciated his efforts in improving ties between India and Australia," the Prime Minister said.