Act East Policy

July 13, 2025 11:49 AM

EAM Jaishankar meets Singapore’s Vivian Bala, reaffirms strategic ties under ‘Act East Policy’

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Sunday held a meeting with his Singaporean counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan, reaffirming the central role Singapore plays in India’s ‘Act East Policy’. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Singapore is at the heart of our Act East Policy. Always insightful to exchange views there. Great to meet FM Vivian Bala this morning in Singapore.” During his visit, Jaishankar also met Teo Chee Hean, Chairman-designate of Temasek Holdings, where they di...

April 17, 2025 4:35 PM

Act East Policy and India’s North East

Over the years, India has recognized the importance of strengthening its ties with neighbouring regions to secure its place in the global arena. Consistent with this approach, India's foreign policy has traditionally been guided by a commitment to non-alignment and the cultivation of strategic partnerships. In the last few decades, India’s stance towards East and Southeast Asia has evolved considerably, moving from a more passive, observant role under the "Look East" policy to a dynamic, engag...

February 26, 2025 11:45 AM

Assam can act as a hub for our Act East policy: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated India's commitment to the 'Act East, Act Fast, and Act First' policy, emphasizing Assam's potential as a hub for the 'Act East Policy.' Speaking at the Advantage Assam Summit 2.0 in Guwahati on Tuesday, alongside Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Jaishankar highlighted the shift in Delhi’s approach towards Assam and the Northeast under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership since 2014. "Happy to address Advantage Assam Summit 2.0 ...

October 22, 2024 1:04 PM

Singapore plays key role in Act-East policy: Rajnath Singh at defence ministers’ dialogue

Singapore's Defence Minister, Dr. Ng Eng Hen, has commenced a three-day visit to India, co-chairing the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministers' Dialogue alongside his Indian counterpart, Rajnath Singh, in New Delhi. The Summit began on Tuesday morning, with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh welcoming the Singapore delegation warmly. He noted that the strategic partnership the two countries share is a "testimony of increasing closeness between our countries." Singh said, "The meeting is ha...

October 8, 2024 3:16 PM

Prime Minister Modi set to visit Vientiane for ASEAN-India and East Asia summits

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, on October 10-11, 2024, at the invitation of the Prime Minister of Laos, Sonexay Siphandone, as per a press release from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). During his visit, Prime Minister Modi will participate in the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit, which are being hosted by Laos as the current Chair of ASEAN. PM Modi's visit to Laos coincides with the 10th anniversary of India'...

September 16, 2024 3:30 PM

Brunei important partner in India’s Act East Policy, Indo-Pacific Vision: PM Modi to Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Wednesday, emphasizing Brunei's crucial role in India's Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific Vision. This meeting, part of PM Modi's first-ever bilateral visit to Brunei by an Indian Prime Minister, coincided with the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. During the talks, PM Modi expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and hospitality the Sultan and the Royal Family extended. "I express my ...

September 16, 2024 3:30 PM

PM Modi, Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Wednesday, engaging in comprehensive discussions aimed at deepening the bilateral relationship between India and Brunei as the two nations celebrate 40 years of diplomatic ties. The talks were held at the Istana Nurul Iman, the official residence and palace of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah. PM Modi underscored Brunei's significance as a key partner in India's Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific Vision. He emphasized the long...

September 16, 2024 3:30 PM

PM Modi’s Brunei visit marks 40 years of diplomatic ties, strengthens bilateral relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark visit to Brunei, the first-ever by an Indian prime minister, marks a significant milestone in the 40-year-long diplomatic relationship between the two nations. The visit has attracted considerable attention in Brunei, with local media prominently covering PM Modi's arrival. The Borneo Bulletin, one of Brunei's leading newspapers, featured a front-page photograph of PM Modi being warmly welcomed by Crown Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah at the Brunei Inter...

September 16, 2024 3:31 PM

PM Modi embarks on three-day visit to Brunei, Singapore, expresses confidence in advancing partnerships

Stating that both Brunei and Singapore are important partners in India's Act East Policy and the Indo-Pacific Vision, Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed confidence that his visits to the two nations will further strengthen New Delhi's partnership with the two countries and the larger ASEAN region. PM Modi is on a three-day visit to Brunei and Singapore today. He will be in Brunei on September 3-4 and Singapore on September 5. Notably, this will be the first visit to Brunei by an Indian Prime...

September 16, 2024 5:20 PM

EAM Jaishankar to attend ASEAN foreign ministers’ meetings in Lao PDR

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar is set to visit Vientiane, Lao PDR, from July 25 to 27 to participate in key Foreign Ministers' Meetings under the ASEAN framework, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Tuesday. Jaishankar, invited by Lao PDR's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, will attend meetings in the format of ASEAN-India, East Asia Summit (EAS), and ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF). The visit underscores India's deep engagement with ASEAN-ce...