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September 16, 2024 3:29 PM

PM Modi’s visit to Brunei, Singapore is significant step in Act East policy: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has described Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Brunei and Singapore as a pivotal moment in India's Act East policy. The trip, which took place early in Modi's third term, is seen as a deepening of diplomatic and economic ties with both Southeast Asian nations. "Prime Minister@narendramodi's visit to Brunei and Singapore is a significant step in our Act East policy early in his third term," Jaishankar posted on X. A major development from th...

September 16, 2024 3:30 PM

“We have decided to give Enhanced Partnership status to India-Brunei ties”: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the elevation of India-Brunei relations to an "Enhanced Partnership" status during his first-ever bilateral visit to the Southeast Asian nation. Speaking at a banquet hosted by Brunei's Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, PM Modi highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties between the two countries, which are celebrating 40 years of diplomatic relations this year. "We have decided to give our relations the status of Enhanced Partnership," PM said, emphasi...

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’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 3:30 PM

PM Modi praises Paris Paralympic athletes for outstanding performances

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Paralympic Games medal winners Yogesh Kathuniya, Sumit Antil, Sheetal Devi, and Rakesh Kumar and congratulated them for their brilliant performances at the ongoing marquee event. After the day's programmes in Brunei's Darussalam on Tuesday, PM Modi called our Paralympic champions and congratulated them. The first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of d...

September 16, 2024 3:31 PM

PM Modi inaugurates new Chancery of High Commission of India in Brunei

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark visit to Brunei marks a significant milestone in the 40-year-old diplomatic relationship between the two nations. The visit is a testament to the growing friendship and cooperation between India and Brunei. During his visit, PM Modi will engage in delegation-level talks, sign and exchange several MoUs, and be hosted for an official lunch by the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah. This historic visit is the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister...

September 16, 2024 3:56 PM

PM Modi arrives in Brunei on historic first bilateral visit by an Indian PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Brunei on Tuesday, marking the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to the Southeast Asian nation. This visit is part of his two-nation tour, with Singapore being the next stop. Upon his arrival, PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome from Crown Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah. "PM Narendra Modi alights in Brunei to a ceremonial welcome. Warmly received by Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah. This visit is speci...

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 3:32 PM

Prime Minister Modi to visit Brunei and Singapore next week: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Brunei from September 3-4, followed by a visit to Singapore from September 4-5, according to Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. During a weekly media briefing, Jaiswal announced that PM Modi's visit to Brunei comes at the invitation of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. This visit marks the first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei. The visit also coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establi...