New Delhi. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually participated in the ASEAN summit on Sunday. Addressing this conference, PM Modi said that ASEAN countries are bound by the thread of common values. The 21st century is the century of ASEAN countries. Let us tell you that this ASEAN meeting is being held in Malaysia.
Addressing the summit, PM Modi said that Malaysian Prime Minister and my friend Anwar Ibrahim, you gave me the opportunity to join the ASEAN family. I am very happy for this. He said that I congratulate you for this successful summit. PM Modi said that inclusivity and sustainability are the themes of this year’s ASEAN Summit and this theme reflects our joint efforts. Be it digital inclusion, food security, or resilient supply chains in these turbulent global times. PM Modi said that we are committed to working together. He said that I thank President Marcos of the Philippines for efficiently fulfilling the role of India’s country coordinator.
PM expressed grief over the demise of Thailand’s Queen Mother
Prime Minister Narendra Modi further said that on behalf of all Indians, I express my deep condolences to the royal family and people of Thailand on the demise of the Queen Mother of Thailand.
India and ASEAN together represent about one-fourth of the world’s population.
PM Modi said that India and ASEAN together represent about one-fourth of the world’s population. We not only share geography, but are linked by deep historical ties and shared value addition. We are part of the global south. We not only have trade relations, but also cultural relations. ASEAN is the main pillar of India’s Act East policy. He said India has always supported the centrality of ASEAN and ASEAN’s vision on the Indo-Pacific region. In this period of uncertainty, the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to strengthen. Our strong partnership is emerging as the foundation of global stability and development.
