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PM Modi Highlights India-ASEAN Partnership as Pillar of Regional Stability and Growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 22nd ASEAN Summit, terming the India-ASEAN partnership a crucial pillar of regional stability and growth. He highlighted shared historical and cultural ties, India's Act East Policy, and future cooperation in areas like maritime security and digital inclusion.

| Updated on: Oct 27, 2025 | 08:18 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the 22nd ASEAN Summit, underscoring the India-ASEAN partnership as a fundamental pillar of regional stability and development.

During his address, PM Modi extended congratulations to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for hosting the event and welcomed Timor-Leste as ASEANs newest member. He also conveyed condolences regarding the passing of Thailand's Queen Mother.

PM Modi highlighted that India and ASEAN collectively represent nearly a quarter of the global population, bound by deep historical ties, shared values, and cultural exchanges. He reaffirmed ASEANs central role in India's Act East Policy and lauded the burgeoning India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership as vital for global stability and sustainable development.

Looking ahead, 2026 was declared the "ASEAN-India Maritime Cooperation Year," with future collaborations focusing on digital inclusion, food security, resilient supply chains, disaster response, and the blue economy.

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