“Both leaders reaffirmed that their two nations were indispensable partners for a peaceful, safe, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region and renewed their commitment to work together to achieve this goal,” stated the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
The leaders will meet again during the India-Japan Annual Summit.
In a separate meeting, PM Modi held bilateral talks with New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon. The discussions focused on enhancing trade ties, covering sectors such as agriculture, sports, tourism, and space.
PM Modi also described the ASEAN-India Summit as highly productive.
“We discussed how to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and ASEAN. We look forward to deepening trade ties, cultural linkages, and cooperation in technology, connectivity, and other such sectors,” said PM Modi.
He also proposed ten suggestions aimed at deepening India’s friendship with ASEAN.