Anwar-Modi Brics meeting: Semiconductor ties, bilateral trade take centre stage

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi discussed deeper semiconductor cooperation, trade and investment during their bilateral meeting in New Delhi on September 12, 2026. — Bernama pic

First Published: Saturday, 12 Sep 2026 5:10 PM MYT

NEW DELHI, Sept 12 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi discussed deepening semiconductor cooperation and translating it into industry partnerships during their bilateral meeting here today.

Anwar spoke about integrated supply chains, talent development and two-way investment during the meeting held on the sidelines of the 18th Brics Leaders’ Summit.

Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to increasing bilateral trade and investment, enhancing cooperation across various sectors, as well as implementing measures to facilitate and expedite Malaysian exports to India.

The Prime Minister also spoke on exploring opportunities to further strengthen tourism and people-to-people ties through increased flight connectivity.

He expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome and reaffirmed the longstanding friendship between Malaysia and India.

Anwar arrived here yesterday to attend the Summit hosted by Modi. This is his second visit to India with the first in August 2024.

Malaysia is participating in the Summit in its capacity as a Brics Partner Country, a status it has held since January 1, 2025.

The two countries have maintained long-standing relations since 1957. Their bilateral ties were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership during Anwar’s first visit to the republic.

India remains Malaysia’s largest trading partner in the South Asian region, with total trade between the two countries reaching RM79.49 billion (US$18.59 billion) in 2025.

Malaysia’s key exports to India comprise palm oil and palm oil-based agricultural products, as well as electrical and electronic products, while imports mainly comprise agricultural, petroleum and chemical products. — Bernama