PM Narendra Modi congratulates Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on taking over as Mauritius PM

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi tonight called up Pravind Kumar Jugnauth to congratulate him on taking over as Prime Minister of Mauritius and both leaders expressed commitment to further strengthen the time-tested and unique relationship between the two countries.

Jugnauth thanked the Prime Minister for the telephone call, the PMO said in a statement.

Modi and Jugnauth affirmed their shared commitment to further strengthen the time-tested and unique relationship between India and Mauritius, the statement said.

Modi also appreciated the leadership and contribution of outgoing Prime Minister Sir Anerood Jugnauth to strengthening the strong bonds of friendship between India and Mauritius.