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PM Modi Embraced by Malaysian PM Anwar, Aims to Deepen Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Kuala Lumpur for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The two leaders were warmly received, with PM Anwar greeting PM Modi with a hug at the airport amidst a welcome from the large Indian diaspora. The visit aims to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with a focus on deepening defence, security, and economic collaboration. PM Modi also expressed eagerness to meet the nearly three-million-strong Indian community in Malaysia.

Key Points: Modi in Malaysia for Talks, to Address Indian Diaspora

  • Deepen defence & security ties
  • Enhance economic partnership
  • Engage with 3-million strong diaspora
  • Elevate Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
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PM Modi arrives in Malaysia on a two-day visit, to address diaspora today

PM Modi arrives in Malaysia for a 2-day visit, welcomed by PM Anwar Ibrahim. Talks to focus on defence, security, and economic partnership.

"I am embarking on an Official Visit to Malaysia at the invitation of my friend, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. - Narendra Modi"

Kuala Lumpur, February 7

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Malaysia for a two-day visit. He was recieved by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Irbrahim at the airport who greeted him with a hug. A huge contingent from the Indian diaspora in Malaysia was present at the airport to welcome PM Modi. School children holding Indian and Malaysian flags waived them as the PM and the Malaysian Prime Minister walked down the red carpet. The two Prime Ministers were then seen sharing the same car as they drove towards the official hotel.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi said he is visiting Malaysia at the visit of his 'friend' Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.PM Modi said that India was eyeing for deeper defence and security ties.

"I am embarking on an Official Visit to Malaysia at the invitation of my friend, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today," his departure statement read.

"The historic ties between India and Malaysia have seen steadfast progress in recent years. I look forward to my discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and further enhancing our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. We will aim to deepen our defence and security ties, enhance our economic and innovation partnership, and expand our collaboration into new domains," the statement said.PM Modi said he was eager to see the one of the largest Indian diasporas in the world in Malaysia.

"I am also eager to meet the Indian community in Malaysia. Numbering nearly three million, they represent one of the largest Indian diasporas in the world. Their immense contribution to Malaysia's progress and their role as a living bridge between our two nations provides a strong foundation to our historic friendship," his statement said.

The visit will last from February 7-8, wherin the Prime Minister will hold bilateral talks with his counterpart Anwar Ibrahim.

The upcoming visit marks the third visit of PM Modi to Malaysia and the first since bilateral relations were elevated to a "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" in August 2024, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.

India is looking at opportunities for collaboration across the defence sector during the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Modi to Malaysia, with the sale of Dornier aircraft, maintenance of Scorpene submarines and SU-30 aircraft, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.

During his visit, PM Modi will also interact with the members of the Indian diaspora in Malaysia and other business representatives.

- ANI

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Priya S
The image of the two PMs sharing a car is a powerful symbol of friendship. It's wonderful that our large diaspora in Malaysia is being acknowledged as a 'living bridge'. Their contribution makes every Indian proud.
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Rohit P
While strengthening defence ties is good, I hope the discussions also focus on easing visa norms and creating more opportunities for Indian professionals and students in Malaysia. That would be a real win for people-to-people connections.
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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in KL, the Indian community there is incredibly vibrant and successful. This visit will mean a lot to them. The focus on innovation partnership is especially promising for the tech sector.
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Vikram M
Selling Dornier aircraft and maintaining defence equipment? This is a significant step for 'Make in India' and shows our growing defence manufacturing prowess. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I wish there was equal focus and media coverage on pressing domestic issues back home. Foreign visits are important, but the ground reality for farmers and middle-class families needs urgent attention too.

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