Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:26pm on 26 Oct 2025,Sunday India Global
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s partnership with ASEAN is a strong base for global peace and development. Speaking at the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, he said India and ASEAN together represent one-fourth of the world’s population and can shape a stable and secure future. Modi announced 2026 as the “ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation,” focusing on safety, trade, and sustainability in regional waters. His remarks came as ASEAN nations face pressure from US-China tensions. Modi said India stands ready to work with ASEAN to solve common regional and global challenges. (PC: The Indian Express)
