Talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim to focus on trade, defence and Indo-Pacific cooperation
February 7, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday began his two-day official visit to Malaysia at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This marks PM Modi’s third visit to the Southeast Asian nation and is being seen as a key step in further strengthening India–Malaysia bilateral relations amid evolving regional and global dynamics.
During the visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold high-level discussions with Malaysian leadership, with a focus on enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, defence ties, regional security and people-to-people exchanges. Both sides are also expected to review progress in strategic partnership initiatives and explore new avenues of collaboration within the Indo-Pacific framework.
The talks are likely to include deliberations on regional stability, global challenges and cooperation at multilateral forums. Engagement with the Indian diaspora in Malaysia is also on the agenda, underscoring the cultural and people-centric links between the two countries. Overall, the visit is aimed at deepening strategic cooperation and expanding collaboration across multiple sectors.