New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday wished Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on his birthday and said both the leaders are committed to take India-Japan relations to the next level.
"Wishing @AbeShinzo a Happy Birthday! I pray for his long life, good health and wish him the best in leading Japan to new heights of progress," Modi said in a tweet.
He said that whenever he interacts with Abe, "I cannot but marvel at his insight and expertise on a wide range of issues, both local and international".
Modi said: "Both PM @AbeShinzo and I are committed to taking India-Japan relations to the next level and contributing to global peace and development."
Modi, who turned 64 on September 17, had received a call from Abe who wished him on his birthday, in a reflection of the special bonding the two Prime Ministers enjoy.
The Prime Minister visited Japan only in the beginning of this month and the warmth between the two leaders was at display during that time.
