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Jaishankar Meets Malaysian PM Amid ASEAN Summit: Bilateral Ties Strengthened

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held significant talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing people-to-people connections between India and Malaysia. Jaishankar also met with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to discuss expanding strategic partnerships across multiple sectors. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi virtually addressed the ASEAN-India Summit, emphasizing the crucial role of ASEAN nations in India's Act East Policy and declaring the 21st century as the century of India and ASEAN collaboration.

Key Points: Jaishankar Holds Talks with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim

  • Jaishankar conveyed PM Modi's best wishes for ASEAN Summit success
  • Discussed strengthening India-Malaysia bilateral cooperation frameworks
  • Explored enhanced people-to-people linkages between both nations
  • PM Modi emphasized 21st century as era of India-ASEAN partnership
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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Malay PM on ASEAN Summit sidelines

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim on ASEAN Summit sidelines, discusses bilateral cooperation and regional partnerships.

"Honoured to meet Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia. Conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a successful ASEAN Summit. - Dr. S. Jaishankar"

Kuala Lumpur, October 26

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur.

The two held talks on India-Malaysia bilateral cooperation.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Honoured to meet Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia. Conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a successful ASEAN Summit. Value his thoughts on strengthening our bilateral cooperation and people to people linkages."

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1982432380146315660

Earlier in the day, Jaishankar met his South Korean counterpart, Cho Hyun and appreciated the deepening of the India-South Korea Special Strategic Partnership.

Both leaders also discussed further cooperation in automotive, electronics, semiconductors, defence, and shipbuilding between the two nations.

Sharing the details of the meeting, Jaishankar wrote on X, "Delighted to meet FM Cho Hyun of RoK, on the sidelines of ASEAN meetings in Malaysia. Appreciate the deepening of our Special Strategic Partnership. Discussed cooperation in automotive, electronics, semiconductor, defence and shipbuilding."

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1982382946393989253

Jaishankar will represent Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 20th East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur on October 27. The East Asia Summit will provide an opportunity to deliberate on the challenges to peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and also exchange views on regional and international developments.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi, in his virtual address to the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, said that the 21st century is the century of India and ASEAN nations, and reaffirmed that the Association of South East Asian Nations is a major pillar of India's Act East Policy.

"The 21st century is our century, the century of India and ASEAN," PM Modi said, stressing the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and civilizational bonds.

He congratulated Malaysia and its Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for successfully hosting the 47th ASEAN Summit and commended the Philippines for serving as the country coordinator for India.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The focus on semiconductors and electronics with South Korea is crucial for India's manufacturing ambitions. We need more such partnerships to become self-reliant in critical technologies. Good work by our diplomatic team!
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope these talks translate into concrete benefits for ordinary Indians. Sometimes these high-level meetings feel more symbolic than substantive. Would like to see measurable outcomes in trade and job creation.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the automotive sector, the South Korea partnership excites me! Their technology combined with Indian manufacturing capabilities could create world-class products. Hope we see more joint ventures soon.
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Karthik V
PM Modi's statement that "21st century is our century" reflects India's growing confidence on global stage. Our ancient cultural ties with Southeast Asia are now being complemented by modern economic partnerships. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
The defense cooperation with South Korea is particularly important given the security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. Strong partnerships help maintain regional stability and protect our national interests.

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