Modi holds bilateral talks with Malaysia and Ethiopia at BRICS Summit

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On the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held several high-level bilateral meetings to strengthen strategic partnerships.

With Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, discussions focused on advancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Key areas of cooperation include trade, investment, defense, semiconductors, the digital economy, energy, and fintech. Notably, Malaysia has agreed to the establishment of an Indian Consulate General in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Additionally, the two leaders discussed the potential extradition of Zakir Naik to India, a matter Malaysia is considering under the rule of law.

In meetings with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, the leaders reviewed progress in economic cooperation, defense, and security. Ethiopia expressed significant interest in strengthening defense ties and invited Indian mining companies to invest in the country.

Other diplomatic engagements at the summit included discussions with leaders from Vietnam, the UAE, and Iran, as well as a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where both sides emphasized that differences should not escalate into disputes. The summit also marked the 20th anniversary of BRICS, with discussions centered on global governance reform and the collective voice of the Global South.

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Abiy Ahmed Ali · Anwar Ibrahim · BRICS · India · Le Minh Hung · Malaysia · Narendra Modi · New Delhi · Russia · Vladimir Putin

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[● 3 SOURCES] President Vladimir Putin agreed to a proposal to establish a special mechanism to coordinate and accelerate the implementation of bilateral agreements between Malaysia and Russia www.kosmo.com.my
[● 3 SOURCES] Anwar Ibrahim discussed accelerating direct flights and visa-free travel facilities between Malaysia and Russia. www.kosmo.com.my
[● 2 SOURCES] Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to meet with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed Ali, during the summit. www.malay.news
[○ 1 SOURCE] Malaysia is participating in the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi in its capacity as a BRICS Partner Country.
[● 2 SOURCES] Anwar Ibrahim plans to visit Kerala, India, to meet with the Grand Mufti of India.
[● 3 SOURCES] Discussions between Malaysia and Russia included increasing Malaysian palm oil exports to the Russian market. www.kosmo.com.my
[● 14 SOURCES] Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held bilateral talks in New Delhi to discuss cooperation in defense, trade, digital technologies, semiconductors, and much more. businessnewsweek.in · www.newindianexpress.com · desitalkchicago.com · time.news · www.malay.news · +4 more
[● 3 SOURCES] Anwar Ibrahim met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. www.kosmo.com.my
[● 6 SOURCES] Vietnam Prime Minister Le Minh Hung arrived in New Delhi to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit. news.abplive.com · www.news9live.com · www.chennaionline.com · www.hindimilap.com
[● 4 SOURCES] Ethiopia invited Indian mining companies to invest in its country hosadigantha.com · www.agniban.com
[● 8 SOURCES] Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit news.abplive.com · desitalkchicago.com · hosadigantha.com · www.chennaionline.com · www.hindimilap.com · +1 more
[● 6 SOURCES] Ethiopia expressed interest in strengthening defense cooperation with India desitalkchicago.com · hosadigantha.com · www.chennaionline.com · www.agniban.com