India-Malaysia Friendship Enters New Chapter: Joint Front Against Terrorism, Economic Cooperation Sealed

Published on: 09 Feb 2026 at 07:18 AM

Published by: thefactnews

India-Malaysia Friendship Enters New Chapter: Joint Front Against Terrorism, Economic Cooperation Sealed

Kuala Lumpur/New Delhi, February 9, 2026
During PM Narendra Modi’s Malaysia visit, both nations demonstrated unity against terrorism, strongly condemning cross-border terror. The joint statement issued after PM Modi met Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim announced a ‘zero tolerance’ policy toward terrorism.

Major Decisions on Terrorism & Security

Terror Funding: Joint action planned to curb terror financing and misuse of new technologies
Intelligence Sharing: Enhanced cooperation on intelligence exchange and maritime security
Defence Partnership: Expanded defence collaboration to maintain regional stability

Future Tech & Trade Focus

PM Modi met Malaysia’s top industrialists, praising their investments in India’s economy. Key sectors emphasized:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technology
Semiconductor manufacturing and healthcare
Food security and Indo-Pacific peace

Cultural Connect: Tamil Language & MGR Magic

PM Modi highlighted Tamil language’s importance in India-Malaysia ties:

Diaspora: Malaysia home to ~3 million people of Indian origin, mostly Tamils
MGR Fans: Revealed PM Anwar Ibrahim is a huge fan of Tamil superstar MGR; an MGR film song played during lunch

Emotional Moment with Azad Hind Fauj Veteran

Visit’s touching highlight: PM Modi met former Azad Hind Fauj soldier Jairaj Raja Rao, expressing nation’s gratitude for his sacrifice and remembering Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy.