"Support of friendly countries is essential in the fight against terrorism," PM Modi said during bilateral talks in Malaysia.

News Topical, Digital Desk : During his meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India and Malaysia want to take their relations to new heights. He added that cooperation between the two countries has become even more important in the current era of global instability.

Prime Minister Modi said that he had the opportunity to meet the Indian diaspora in Malaysia, which was a very special experience for him. He said that the respect and affinity for Malaysia's leadership among the Indian diaspora was clearly visible, which made him feel proud.

He said that the support of friendly countries is crucial in the fight against terrorism. Both India and Malaysia recognize that their prosperity is intertwined. PM Modi said that India and Malaysia are maritime neighbors and, in this volatile global environment, they should utilize the full potential of their relationship.

Growing cooperation in trade, technology and security

Prime Minister Modi noted that today, cooperation between India and Malaysia is steadily strengthening in areas such as agriculture, manufacturing, clean energy, and semiconductors. He noted that the two countries are also important partners in the areas of skills development and capacity building. Defense and security cooperation is also steadily deepening.

PM Modi congratulated Malaysia for assuming the chairmanship of ASEAN and said that with Malaysia's cooperation, India - ASEAN relations will become stronger.

The old friendship between the two countries

Prime Minister Modi said that the true strength of India - Malaysia relations lies in people-to-people ties. Nearly three million Malaysian citizens are of Indian origin, who are a living bridge between the two countries.

He said this is his third visit to Malaysia and his fourth meeting with Anwar Ibrahim, which demonstrates the strength of the relationship between the two countries. PM Modi said the pace and depth of bilateral relations over the years has been inspiring and thanked the Malaysian Prime Minister for this.

Thank you for the warm welcome

Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his government for the warm welcome he received in Malaysia. He said that the beautiful way in which Malaysian life was presented, going beyond traditional ways, will always be remembered.

Meanwhile, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcomed PM Modi, stating that relations between the two countries are very good. He added that several issues were discussed, which teams from both countries will pursue. Anwar Ibrahim said he looks forward to greater cooperation in all areas, and that this visit is also very important to him personally.

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