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MoS Pabitra Margherita met Malaysia's Deputy FM to boost bilateral ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The discussions aligned with PM Modi and PM Anwar Ibrahim's shared vision for cooperation. Margherita also promoted North-East India's tourism potential at the MATTA Fair. The visit highlights India's engagement with ASEAN nations ahead of the 2025 Tourism Year.

Key Points: MoS Margherita Strengthens India-Malaysia Ties in Kuala Lumpur Talks

  • Talks focused on Modi-Anwar Ibrahim vision for stronger ties
  • ASEAN-India Tourism Year 2025 initiatives launched
  • North-East India tourism promoted at MATTA Fair
  • Delegation includes textile and external affairs discussions
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MoS Margherita holds talks with Malaysian Deputy Foreign Minister

MoS Pabitra Margherita discusses Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Malaysia's Deputy FM, advancing Modi-Anwar Ibrahim vision for bilateral cooperation.

"We explored ways to take forward the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership – Pabitra Margherita"

Kuala Lumpur, April 18

Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Friday held talks with Malaysian Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad bin Alamin.

Margherita said that the bilateral meeting focused on the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

In a post on X, Pabitra Margherita said, "Had a productive discussion with H.E. Datuk Mohamad Alamin, Deputy Foreign Minister of Malaysia. We explored ways to take forward the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and realise the shared vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Prime Minister H.E. Anwar Ibrahim in strengthening our bilateral ties across various sectors. Also exchanged perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual interest."

https://x.com/PmargheritaBJP/status/1913084213118877995

Margherita, who also holds the portfolio of Union Minister of State for Textiles, arrived here in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.

In a post on X, he said, "Glad to arrive in Kuala Lumpur for my first visit to Malaysia as the Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles. Looking forward to my engagements with the Malaysian senior dignitaries, the launch of initiatives under ASEAN-India Year of Tourism 2025, interacting with leaders of the Indian community in Malaysia, and the Indian community representatives."

Earlier Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had said that Margherita will be leading a delegation to participate in the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair on April 18-19 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as part of the ASEAN-India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025.

"At the 21st ASEAN-India Summit last year, the year 2025 was designated as the ASEAN-India Year of Tourism. The ASEAN-India Tourism Professionals Exchange Programme 2025 is being organised in collaboration with Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) under the ASEAN-India Fund," the statement read.

The event aims to showcase India's tourism potential with a special focus on North-East India.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Great to see India strengthening ties with ASEAN nations! The tourism exchange program sounds promising, especially showcasing our beautiful Northeast. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
As an Indian living in Malaysia, I'm thrilled to see more cultural exchanges happening. Hope this leads to easier visa policies for tourism between our countries!
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I wish there was more focus on economic partnerships that could create jobs back home. Trade agreements would be more impactful than just tourism exchanges.
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Sneha R.
The Northeast has so much untapped tourism potential! Glad it's getting international attention. Maybe now we'll get better infrastructure there too 🤞
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Karthik B.
Malaysia is such an important partner in Southeast Asia. These regular high-level meetings help maintain the momentum in bilateral relations. Good initiative!

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