The Minister of Natural Resources and Environment of Malaysia and the President of the Malaysian Indian Congress, Datuk Seri G. Palanivel today called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the occasion of the meeting to praise the contribution of the over two million strong Indian community in Malaysia for enriching the fabric of Malaysia's pluralist society and for contributing to Malaysia's economic development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also highlighted the importance of close cooperation between India and Malaysia as well as other ASEAN countries in advancing collective regional action for peace, stability and prosperity in the region. He also expressed his desire for enhancing trade, investment, tourism, educational and cultural ties between the two countries.
During the meeting, Minister Palanivel sought enhanced cooperation in the areas of conservation of forests, wildlife protection, climate change technology and promotion of people to people contacts.
On behalf of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri G Palanivel extended invitation to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Malaysia.
Prime Minister Modi agreed to visit Malaysia at a mutually convenient time.