PM Modi vows stronger India-Malaysia ties in strategic pivot; says ‘no compromise’ on terrorism

PM Modi and Malaysia's PM strengthen ties through key agreements, emphasizing anti-terrorism, trade, and regional stability during Kuala Lumpur talks.

India and Malaysia on Sunday (February 8, 2026) vowed to expand their ties in the high-priority sectors of trade and investment, defence, energy, advanced manufacturing and semiconductors, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that both sides are committed to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.

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Following his wide-ranging talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Mr. Modi reiterated India’s position on combating terrorism as he said, “Our message on terrorism is clear: no double standards, no compromise.” The two sides inked a total of 11 agreements and documents to expand cooperation in a range of key areas, including a framework pact for deeper engagement in the semiconductor sector.

Both Mr. Modi, who arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (February 7, 2026), and Mr. Ibrahim appreciated efforts to promote the usage of local currencies — the Indian Rupee and Malaysian Ringgit — for trade settlement.

During the visit, Mr. Modi also met Malaysia’s Indian-origin Ministers, MPs and Senators and interacted with four leading industry leaders of Malaysia.

“We will pave the way for economic transformation through strategic trust,” Mr. Modi said, describing the India-Malaysia relationship as "special".