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PM Modi Departs for Malaysia: Chip, Energy and Defence Collaboration in Focus

PM Modi's visit aims to boost defence, trade, and cultural ties while engaging the 2.9 million-strong Indian diaspora, coinciding with the 10th India-Malaysia CEO Forum.

  • On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a two-day visit to Malaysia to meet Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and discuss strengthening bilateral ties.
  • Following the elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in August 2024, the trip coincides with the 10th India‑Malaysia CEO Forum, linking diplomacy with business.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi will engage directly with the Indian community in Malaysia, numbering 2.9 million, and the MEA says India is exploring defence cooperation including Dornier sales and Scorpene and SU‑30 maintenance.
  • Leaders will hold bilateral talks on Sunday at Putrajaya, taking stock of relations and exploring cooperation across trade, defence, labour, tourism, and education.
  • Malaysia is central to India's Act East Policy, giving the visit regional weight, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third trip follows August 2024 elevation to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, officials said.
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NewsKarnataka broke the news in on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
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