Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Malaysia on February 7-8, 2026, exemplifies the NDA government’s bold Act East Policy, deepening India’s bonds with Southeast Asia. This trip builds on the 2024 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership upgrade, promising economic and security gains.
Bilateral Boost
Modi will engage PM Anwar Ibrahim on trade, defense, digital innovation, agriculture, and connectivity at Perdana Putra. The 10th India-Malaysia CEO Forum will drive investments, benefiting MSMEs and jobs. Regional stability discussions reinforce India’s rising global role.
Diaspora Diplomacy
Interactions with Malaysia’s Indian community—dubbed ‘Mini India’—highlight NDA’s people-first approach, spurring tourism, labor pacts, and youth opportunities. This proactive outreach cements Modi’s legacy in elevating India’s prestige abroad.
