‘Zero Tolerance on Terror’: PM Modi Sends Clear Message from Malaysia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his visit to Kuala Lumpur to underline that India's stand on terrorism remains firm, even as New Delhi and Malaysia agreed to expand cooperation across security, defence and development. After delegation-level talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the two leaders oversaw the signing of several Memorandums of Understanding, signalling a push to take the bilateral relationship into a more active and strategic phase.

At a joint interaction, PM Modi linked India-Malaysia ties to shared regional responsibilities, highlighting closer coordination in counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing and maritime security. He also stressed the depth of historical and people-to-people links between the two maritime neighbours, pointing to shared cultural heritage, democratic values and Malaysia's large Indian-origin community as foundations for stronger engagement across trade, technology and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

Key Points from PM Modi's Remarks and Visit

• Reiterated India's firm position on terrorism, stressing zero tolerance and rejection of double standards
• Said India will continue supporting global efforts aimed at peace and stability
• Announced plans to deepen cooperation with Malaysia in counter-terrorism and intelligence sharing
• Highlighted maritime security and defence collaboration as shared priorities

• Described India-Malaysia ties as a "special relationship" rooted in history and people-to-people links
• Pointed to Malaysia's Indian-origin population as a strong cultural bridge between the two countries
• Reviewed cooperation in trade, infrastructure, energy, IT and biotechnology
• Praised Malaysia's leadership role in ASEAN
• Reaffirmed India's support for ASEAN centrality in the Indo-Pacific region