Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Highlighting the strong relationship between both countries which remains deeply rooted in history and civilization, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim travelled together to a community programme in Kuala Lumpur as the Indian PM began his two-day visit on February 7.
“Celebrating the India-Malaysia people-to-people connect! PM Anwar Ibrahim and I are heading to the community programme in Kuala Lumpur,” PM Modi posted on X along with a photograph of both leaders travelling together to the venue of the programme in the same car from the airport.
Shortly before, Prime Minister Modi had received a warm welcome from his Malaysian counterpart at the airport as he kicked off his visit aimed at strengthening the bilateral ties and enhancing the ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ between the two nations.
“Landed in Kuala Lumpur. Deeply touched by the warm welcome extended by my friend, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the airport. I look forward to our conversations and to further strengthening the bonds of friendship between India and Malaysia,” said PM Modi. Narendra Modi arrived in Malaysia on February 7 for a two-day visit. He was recieved by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the airport who greeted him with a hug. A huge contingent from the Indian diaspora was present at the airport to welcome PM Modi.
School children holding Indian and Malaysian flags waived them as the PM and the Malaysian Prime Minister walked down the red carpet. The two Prime Ministers were then seen sharing the same car as they drove towards the official hotel.
