PM Modi to begin two-day Malaysia visit today, boost to comprehensive strategic partnership

India–Malaysia relations set for a boost as PM Modi will visit Kuala Lumpur for talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim and key diaspora outreach

PGurus Newsdesk

February 7, 2026

Delegation-level talks and the exchange of Memoranda of Understanding are scheduled to follow on Sunday

India–Malaysia ties set for boost

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a two-day official visit to Malaysia on Saturday, signalling a renewed push to deepen India–Malaysia relations and strengthen engagement with Southeast Asia.

The visit to Kuala Lumpur is being undertaken at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and is expected to provide fresh momentum to the India–Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Focus on trade, technology, energy and education

According to India’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, B.N. Reddy, discussions during the visit will cover the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation, with particular emphasis on trade and economic ties, emerging technologies, energy security, and education.

Both sides are keen to move beyond traditional areas of cooperation and explore new avenues that align with shifting regional dynamics and global economic priorities. The talks are also expected to review progress in ongoing initiatives and identify opportunities for deeper collaboration.

Diaspora outreach to be key highlight

Preparations are underway in Malaysia amid growing enthusiasm, especially among the Indian diaspora, which constitutes one of the largest overseas Indian communities in the country.

A major highlight of the visit will be Prime Minister Modi’s interaction with the Indian community at a large public event titled ‘Selamat Datang Modi Ji’ in Kuala Lumpur. The event will feature cultural performances by artists from across Malaysia and is expected to draw significant participation.

Both Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim are scheduled to jointly address the gathering, underlining the strong people-to-people and cultural ties between the two nations.

Bilateral trade poised for growth

Welcoming the visit, ASEAN India Economic Council (AIEC) Chairman Ramesh Kodammal said the Malaysian government and people are embracing the occasion with enthusiasm. He noted that the visit, long anticipated by both sides, offers an opportunity to elevate Malaysia–India relations to a new level.

Kodammal highlighted that bilateral trade stood at approximately USD 20 billion in 2023–24 and is expected to grow further, alongside stronger India–ASEAN and India–Malaysia business engagement.

Members of the Indian diaspora also expressed excitement ahead of the visit, recalling Prime Minister Modi’s last visit nearly a decade ago. Many said his return reflects India’s commitment to nurturing strong bilateral and cultural ties with Malaysia.

Delegation-level talks and the exchange of Memoranda of Understanding are scheduled for Sunday, concluding the visit.

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