Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday (February 8, 2026) described his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “very vital, very strategic and critical” to advancing bilateral ties.
In his remarks, the Malaysian Prime Minister said, “We consider this meeting and these exchanges very vital, very strategic and critical to advance and enhance relations between India and Malaysia.”
He noted, “We had long-standing relations since 1957. But we have elevated it to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2024,” pointing to “the deep historical ties, strong people-to-people linkages, and ever-expanding economic cooperation.”
Outlining future collaboration, the Malaysian PM said, “We’ll continue to deepen collaboration in all fields- trade and investment, semiconductor, digital economy, trade in local currency, connectivity, energy, agriculture, food, security, defence, education, healthcare, tourism, culture and people-to-people.”
– ANI
