In a put up on X, Anwar mentioned Modi had referred to as him on Wednesday to debate strengthening Malaysia–India relations throughout commerce, funding, expertise, schooling, and regional safety.
“He knowledgeable me that he'll attend nearly as a result of ongoing Deepavali celebrations in India at the moment,” Anwar added, extending festive greetings to the Indian individuals.
The choice comes forward of the summit scheduled for October 26–28, the place Exterior Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is predicted to characterize India on-site.
India has been a dialogue accomplice of ASEAN since 1995 and a summit-level accomplice since 2002, with ties spanning commerce, defence, and regional safety.
Anwar reaffirmed Malaysia's dedication to strengthening bilateral ties and ASEAN–India cooperation. “Malaysia will stay dedicated to strengthening Malaysia–India relations and additional enhancing ASEAN–India cooperation in the direction of a extra peaceable and affluent area,” he mentioned.
Ibrahim has emphasised that the summit will function a platform to advertise ASEAN's centrality and Malaysia's dedication to moderation on the worldwide stage.
He said that the summit will reinforce ASEAN's function in regional and world affairs, specializing in inclusivity and sustainability.
