Anwar's India visit to boost trade, investment ties with key partner

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to embark on a five-day official visit to India, from September 11th to 15th, with the aim of bolstering economic ties with one of the country's key trading partners. The visit will see Anwar in New Delhi until September 13th, followed by a trip to Kerala on the following day.

Accompanied by Deputy High Commissioner Sharifah Ezneeda Wafa, Anwar will be accompanied by his Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Johari Abdul Ghani, Human Resources Minister R. Ramanan, and a business delegation. During this visit, Anwar will engage in high-level bilateral talks, business meetings, and participate in the 18th BRICS Leaders Summit, themed "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Security."

On September 12th, Anwar is scheduled to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to explore potential trade and investment opportunities. He will also hold separate meetings with business leaders and participate in bilateral discussions with leaders from Russia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Ethiopia, and the World Trade Organisation Director-General.

Anwar's agenda also includes sideline bilateral meetings, which will provide further opportunities to advance Malaysia's economic and diplomatic interests with emerging markets and international institutions. During his time in India, Anwar aims to build on past achievements and expand trade beyond the RM79.6 billion recorded in 2022.

In 2022, Malaysia exported RM52.3 billion worth of goods to India, primarily consisting of palm oil, palm-based agricultural products, and electrical and electronic products. Imports from India stood at RM27.19 billion, mainly comprising agricultural products, petroleum products, and chemicals. Both countries see deepening commercial ties as a means to expand market access, investment flows, and business opportunities.