Kamal Ghorui
NEW DELHI: Addressing a joint press statement in Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s stance on terrorism remains firm and uncompromising, reaffirming New Delhi’s support for efforts aimed at peace. He added that India and Malaysia would strengthen cooperation in security, including counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing and maritime security, while expanding defence collaboration.“Our message on terrorism is clear: no double standards and no compromise,” PM Modi said.PM Modi’s remarks in Malaysia came days after India indicated that the extradition of fugitive preacher Zakir Naik would be among the issues discussed during talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.The joint press statement followed delegation-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim, after the two sides exchanged several memoranda of understanding (MoUs).
Top quotes from the press statement:
- India and Malaysia share a special relationship. We are maritime neighbours. For centuries, our people have had deep and affectionate ties. Today, Malaysia is the second largest country in the world with a population of Indian origin. Our civilisations, shared cultural heritage and democratic values bind us together.
- The Indo-Pacific region is committed to development, peace, and stability. India gives priority to ASEAN centrality.
- Last year, I could not come to Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit, but I had promised my dear friend that I would visit Malaysia at the earliest. For my foreign visit of 2026, I have come to Malaysia.
- In the security sector, we will strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing and maritime security. We will also make defence cooperation more comprehensive.
- Along with AI and digital technologies, we will further advance our partnership in semiconductor, health and food security.
- The CEO forum organised today has thrown open new opportunities for trade and investment. We will pave a path to economic transformation through strategic trust.
- Shared love for the Tamil language also connects India and Malaysia. In Malaysia, the strong and living presence of Tamil can be seen in education, media and cultural life. I am confident that with today’s Audio Visual Agreement, film and music, especially Tamil films, will bring our hearts closer.
