Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met leading business leaders in Malaysia, highlighting their growing role in India’s economic expansion and describing them as key partners in the country’s long-term development journey. The interaction took place during his official engagements in the Southeast Asian nation, underscoring India’s focus on strengthening economic ties with Malaysia.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi praised Malaysian companies and investors for contributing to what he termed the “Indian growth story.” He noted that India’s sustained economic momentum, driven by structural reforms and policy stability, has created significant opportunities for global businesses. The Prime Minister encouraged Malaysian industry leaders to deepen their engagement with India across emerging and traditional sectors.
According to official sources, discussions covered a wide range of areas, including manufacturing, infrastructure, digital technology, renewable energy, and services. Prime Minister Modi emphasised India’s push under initiatives such as “Make in India” and “Digital India,” which aim to enhance domestic manufacturing capacity, improve ease of doing business, and accelerate technological adoption.
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The Prime Minister also highlighted India’s demographic dividend and expanding consumer market, describing them as strong drivers of long-term growth. He pointed to ongoing reforms in logistics, taxation, and regulatory frameworks that are intended to make India a more attractive and predictable destination for foreign investment.
Business leaders from Malaysia reportedly shared their perspectives on operating in India and expressed interest in expanding partnerships, joint ventures, and supply chain integration. Several participants acknowledged India’s improving infrastructure and growing demand as factors supporting their investment plans.
The meeting forms part of India’s broader engagement with Southeast Asia, where economic cooperation is a key pillar of diplomatic relations. India and Malaysia have maintained close trade and investment ties, and the latest interaction signals New Delhi’s intent to further strengthen commercial collaboration as part of its wider regional outreach.
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