PM Modi Arrives in Malaysia, Praises Warm Welcome by PM Anwar Ibrahim
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day official visit to Malaysia on Saturday. He received a warm welcome in Kuala Lumpur from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. In a special gesture, Mr Ibrahim personally received him at the airport along with senior Malaysian ministers. The welcome also included colourful cultural performances.
Soon after arrival, both leaders travelled together to a community programme. Mr Modi praised the strong people-to-people ties between India and Malaysia. He also called the Indian diaspora a “living bridge” between the two nations.
PM Modi Highlights ‘IMPACT’ Vision for Stronger India–Malaysia Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora at the ‘Selamat Datang Modi Ji’ event in Kuala Lumpur during his two-day visit to Malaysia. He said the guiding word of India–Malaysia relations is IMPACT, meaning India-Malaysia Partnership for Advancing Collective Transformation. Around 15,000 diaspora members attended the event, which was also addressed by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Mr Modi called the diaspora a “living bridge” between both nations. He highlighted growing economic cooperation and noted that over 100 Indian IT companies operate in Malaysia. He also announced that UPI will soon launch in Malaysia. Additionally, he announced OCI expansion, a scholarship, and a new Indian consulate.
Details about Malaysia
Location & Geography
Malaysia is located in Southeast Asia.
It has two main regions:
Peninsular Malaysia (Malay Peninsula)
East Malaysia (on Borneo Island)
It lies near the Strait of Malacca (important trade route).
🏛 Capital
Official Capital: Kuala Lumpur
Administrative Capital: Putrajaya
💱 Currency
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
🗣 Language
Official Language: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia)
👑 Government
Malaysia is a Federal Constitutional Monarchy.
Head of State: King (Yang di-Pertuan Agong)
Head of Government: Prime Minister
👤 Current Leaders
Prime Minister: Anwar Ibrahim
King: Sultan Ibrahim (Yang di-Pertuan Agong)
📜 History
Malaysia gained independence in 1957 (Malaya).
Federation of Malaysia formed in 1963.
🌾 Major Production & Economy
Malaysia is globally known for:
Palm Oil (one of the world’s top producers)
Electronics & Semiconductors
Petroleum and Natural Gas
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India–Malaysia Relations (Important)
Malaysia is a key partner in India’s Act East Policy.
Relations upgraded to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (Aug 2024).
📦 India–Malaysia Trade (Exam Important)
Total trade (approx 2025): USD 18.6 Billion
India exports to Malaysia: ~USD 7–8 Billion
India imports from Malaysia: ~USD 12–13 Billion
Malaysia generally has trade surplus with India.
India Imports from Malaysia
Palm oil
Electronics & machinery
Chemicals
Petroleum products
India Exports to Malaysia
Mineral fuels
Machinery
Pharmaceuticals
Organic chemicals
Food products
📑 Trade Agreement
India–Malaysia CECA (2010)
(Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement)