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New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) Several world leaders greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on India"s 73rd Republic Day on Wednesday with Israeli leader Naftali Bennett wishing the country continued peace and prosperity.
In his message, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the two countries enjoy a wonderful friendship.
"While we celebrate Australia Day today, I also extend my very best wishes to my good friend Narendra Modi and all Indians on Republic Day," he said.
Modi replied, "Wishing my dear friend Scott Morrison and the people of Australia a very happy Australia Day.
We have much in common, including love for democracy and cricket!" Prime ministers of Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka, Sher Bahadur Deuba, Lotay Tshering and Mahinda Rajapaksa, respectively, also extended their greetings, with Modi thanking them and reciprocating their well-wishes.
Maldives" President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jagnauth also greeted Modi on India"s Republic Day.