PM Modi in Malaysia: 'India's Success is Malaysia's Success, Asia's Success'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his two-day official visit to Malaysia, delivered a powerful address to the Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur, emphasizing the profound and symbiotic relationship between India and Malaysia. He articulated that the success of one nation directly contributes to the success of the other, and by extension, to the prosperity of the entire Asian continent.
Guiding Vision of IMPACT
PM Modi introduced the guiding framework for bilateral relations, encapsulated in the acronym IMPACT, which stands for India-Malaysia Partnership for Advancing Collective Transformation. He elaborated that this partnership aims to create a significant impact on the speed of diplomatic and economic relations, the scale of mutual ambitions, and ultimately, the benefit for the citizens of both countries.
"Together we can benefit the entire humanity," the Prime Minister asserted, highlighting the broader global implications of this strengthened alliance.
Celebrating Mutual Achievements
The Prime Minister expressed deep appreciation for the goodwill gestures from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, particularly noting his congratulations on the success of India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission. "We celebrate each other's success as our own," PM Modi stated, reinforcing the sentiment of shared triumphs.
He further remarked, "I agree with you, my friend; India's success is Malaysia's success. It is Asia's success," underscoring the interconnected destinies of the two nations within the regional context.
Economic and Technological Collaboration
PM Modi detailed the expanding economic and technological cooperation between India and Malaysia, pointing to several key areas of collaboration:
- IT Sector: Over 100 Indian IT companies are currently operational in Malaysia, generating thousands of local employment opportunities.
- Healthcare: India played a pivotal role in establishing Malaysia's first and Asia's largest insulin manufacturing facility.
- Digital Payments: In a significant announcement, PM Modi revealed that India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will soon be launched in Malaysia, facilitated by the Malaysia-India Digital Council.
"The Malaysia-India Digital Council is paving new pathways for our digital collaboration," he added, indicating a forward-looking approach to technological integration.
Strengthening People-to-People Ties
Emphasizing the foundational role of cultural and geographical connections, PM Modi highlighted the shared waters of the Indian Ocean that bind the two nations. "Across the ocean, we love to visit each other," he said, inviting the diaspora and their Malaysian friends to explore India's rapidly developing infrastructure.
He noted India's unprecedented growth in connectivity:
- The number of airports has doubled in the past decade.
- Highways are being constructed at a record pace.
- Modern trains like Vande Bharat have gained international acclaim.
"People-to-people contact is the cornerstone of our friendship," PM Modi reiterated, encouraging increased travel and cultural exchange.
India's Economic Transformation
Reflecting on India's economic journey, the Prime Minister stated that the country has ascended from being the 11th largest economy to now knocking on the doors of the top three globally. "We are also the world's fastest major economy," he proclaimed.
Initiatives such as 'Make in India' have matured significantly, with India emerging as the world's second-largest manufacturer of mobile phones, showcasing its industrial capabilities and economic resilience.
PM Modi's visit aims to further solidify the India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, enhancing cooperation across economic, digital, cultural, and people-to-people domains, setting a robust foundation for future collaborative endeavors.
