Latest Anwar Ibrahim News & Updates

Kuala Lumpur, March 7 (IANS) Malaysia has recently held phone conversations with several Middle Eastern leaders, calling for peaceful approaches and restraint to ease rising tensions in the region. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said in several posts on social media on Saturday that Malaysia’s position was conveyed during separate phone conversations recently with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, United Arab Emirates’ Preside…

Singapore, Feb 14 (IANS) India has evolved into an ambitious global player under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, supported by the world’s largest population – young, technologically savvy and predominantly middle class — giving it a strong advantage for the future, a report said on Saturday. According to an opinion piece in Singapore’s leading multinational news channel Channel News Asia (CNA), the International Monetary Fund (IMF) identified India as the fastest-growing major e…

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed confidence that his visit to Malaysia will boost economic and cultural linkages between two nations. PM Modi, who departed for India after concluding his two-day visit to Malaysia, expressed gratitude to his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, and the people of Malaysia for the affection shown to him during the visit.Sharing the glimpses from his visit to Malaysia on X, PM Modi stated: “Last year, I was unable to visit Ma…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with four leading industry leaders from Malaysia and appreciated the growing business-to-business (B2B) connections between the two countries and the strong interest of Malaysian companies in the Indian growth story, an official statement said on Sunday.Moreover, the Prime Minister encouraged businesses in Malaysia to explore the opportunities offered by India, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, renewable energy, digita…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday departed for India after concluding his two-day visit to Malaysia. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that PM Modi’s visit to Malaysia produced significant outcomes that will add substantial strength to bilateral ties.”A memorable visit concludes! After a successful visit to Malaysia, marked by special warmth and hospitality and anchored in our close cultural bonds, PM Narendra Modi has departed…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism. The two leaders called for zero-tolerance of terrorism and concerted international efforts to combat it in a comprehensive and sustained manner. The two leaders agreed to counter radicalisation and violent extremism, combat financing of terrorism and prevent the use of new and emerging technologies for ter…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Indian-origin leaders, including Ministers and Senators, in Malaysia on Sunday and lauded their accomplishments in public life. “Had a wonderful interaction with PIO leaders, including distinguished Ministers and Senators. Their deep emotional connect to India was clearly visible. Their accomplishments in public life are a matter of immense pride for everyone,” PM Modi posted on X.Earlier in the day, PM Modi met Azad Hind Fauj, also kno…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday oversaw the signing of six major agreements between India and Malaysia, as both nations moved to further strengthen cultural, economic and strategic cooperation during bilateral engagements in Kuala Lumpur.The agreements were finalised following comprehensive discussions between the two leaders during PM Modi’s two-day official visit to Malaysia. The visit marked a significant milestone i…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the Tamil language connects India and Malaysia and expressed hope that the Audio Visual Agreement between the two nations will “bring our hearts closer”.Addressing a joint press meet with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, in Kuala Lumpur, PM Modi highlighted the interest of the Malaysians in the Tamil language and said, “Shared love for the Tamil language also connects India and Malaysia.” “In Malaysia, the stron…

Kuala Lumpur, Feb 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India’s stance on terrorism is firm — “no double standards and no compromise” — and also stressed that New Delhi will continue to expand cooperation with Malaysia in counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing and maritime security. Addressing a joint press meet with his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, in Kuala Lumpur, PM Modi said, “First of all, I thank my friend, Anwar Ibrahim, for this warm welcome. Last year, I …