On his two-day official visit to Malaysia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour at the Perdana Putra on Sunday. The arrival ceremony featured a red-carpet welcome accompanied by traditional music and dance performances, celebrating the shared cultural heritage between India and Malaysia. Modi also met Malaysian Minister of Human Resources Ramanan Ramakrishnan and Deputy Foreign Minister Lukanisman bin Awang Sauni during his extended welcome ceremony. Touched by the warm reception, PM Modi said, “India and Malaysia continue to deepen a partnership rooted in trust, friendship and shared aspirations." I look forward to my discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and further enhancing our comprehensive strategic partnership," Modi said.

Source: Mint February 08, 2026 03:51 UTC