| S. No. | MoU/Agreement | Indian side | Seychelles signatory |
|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
MOU between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the Republic of Seychelles regarding Indian Grant Assistance for Implementation of Small Development Projects through Local Bodies, Educational and Vocational Institutions |
Shri M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs |
Ms. Pamela Charlette, Minister for Habitat Infrastructure and Land Transport |
|
2 |
Twinning Agreement on the Establishment of Friendship and Cooperation between the Corporation of the City of Panaji (Municipal Corporation) and the City of Victoria of the Republic of Seychelles |
Shri M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs |
Ms. Pamela Charlette, Minister for Habitat Infrastructure and Land Transport |
|
3 |
MOU between the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-in), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Republic of India and the Department of Information Communications Technology of the Republic of Seychelles on Cooperation in the area of Cyber Security |
Shri M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs |
Mr. Charles Bastienne, Minister for Fisheries and Agriculture |
|
4 |
Cultural Exchange Programme between the Governmepnt of the Republic of India and the Government of the Republic of Seychelles for the years 2018-2022 |
Shri M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs |
Ms. Pamela Charlette, Minister for Habitat Infrastructure and Land Transport |
|
5 |
Technical Agreement on Sharing White Shipping Information between the Indian Navy and the National Information Sharing and Coordination Center of the Republic of Seychelles |
Shri M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs |
Mr. Charles Bastienne, Minister for Fisheries and Agriculture |
|
6 |
MOU between the Foreign Service Institute of the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India and the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Seychelles |
Shri J.S. Mukul, Dean, Foreign Service Institute |
Amb. Barry Faure, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs |
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was today received by the Prime Minister of Malaysia, H.E. Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Perdana Putra complex and accorded a ceremonial welcome. Thereafter, the Leaders met in restricted and delegation-level formats at Seri Perdana, the official residence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
The leaders held wide-ranging discussions and agreed to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established between the two countries in 2024. They recalled the age-old India-Malaysia ties which underpin the partnership and the close people-to-people bonds. The leaders reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, including priority sectors such as trade, investment, defence, security, maritime, clean energy, infrastructure, start-ups, agriculture, education, health, Ayurveda, tourism and cultural linkages. They also discussed enhancing cooperation in emerging areas such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence. The leaders appreciated the steady progress in digital cooperation between the two countries through the bilateral Digital Council and welcomed the agreement between UPI and Pay-net to enhance fintech collaboration.
Prime Minister Modi called for strengthening youth linkages through parliamentary and university exchanges. In this context, he welcomed the ongoing cooperation between Nalanda University in India and Universiti Malaya, and IIT Madras and Advanced Semiconductor Academy of Malaysia. He noted that the opening of India India’s first Consulate in Malaysia would strengthen commercial and people-to-people ties.
The two leaders exchanged perspectives on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including global governance reforms, the Indo-pacific and the growing India-ASEAN partnership. Prime Minister called for the AITIGA review to be completed at the earliest.
Prime Minister also took the opportunity to congratulate Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for Malaysia’s successful Chairship of ASEAN in 2025. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his good wishes and support for India’s Presidency of the BRICS in 2026. Prime Minister thanked Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and the Red Fort blast, and called for continued close cooperation in counter-terrorism.
Following the talks, several important bilateral agreements, including on digital payments, security cooperation, semiconductors, health and medicine, disaster management, combating corruption, audio-visual co-production, technical and vocational education, UN peacekeeping cooperation and social security for Indian workers were exchanged. Malaysia also completed all procedures for its accession to the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). Full list of MoUs/ agreements exchanged may be seen here. [Link]
The 10th India-Malaysia CEO Forum was held on 07 February 2026, on the margins of the visit of Prime Minister. The outcome document of the Forum was received by both sides.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim hosted a luncheon banquet in honor of Prime Minister. Prime Minister thanked Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his gracious hospitality and invited him to visit India.
Had an excellent meeting with PM Anwar Ibrahim at Seri Perdana earlier today. India and Malaysia are maritime neighbours who have always enjoyed a close friendship. We reviewed developmental cooperation in sectors like trade, infrastructure, energy, IT, biotechnology and more. We… pic.twitter.com/4xfwFSxC8x
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
People-to-people linkages are at the core of India-Malaysia friendship. The Social Security Agreement, gratis e-visa for tourism and the coming of UPI to Malaysia will bring our people even closer. We are also working to increase university exchanges and create skill development… pic.twitter.com/Hi7OBJBY3z
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
The beautiful and eternal Tamil language, as well as the great Tamil culture, play a big role in bringing India and Malaysia closer. The Audio Visual Agreement will further popularise Tamil culture and increase our cultural connect.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
India and Malaysia are committed to development, peace and stability in the entire Indo-Pacific region along with ASEAN. India looks forward to further deepening engagement with ASEAN. On the issue of terror, our message is clear - No double standards. No compromise.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
Saya telah mengadakan pertemuan yang amat baik dengan Perdana Menteri Anwar Ibrahim di Seri Perdana awal hari ini. India dan Malaysia merupakan jiran maritim yang rapat dan sentiasa menikmati persahabatan yang erat.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
Kami menilai semula kerjasama pembangunan dalam sektor seperti… pic.twitter.com/ACeihQQmlR
Saya telah mengadakan pertemuan yang amat baik dengan Perdana Menteri Anwar Ibrahim di Seri Perdana awal hari ini. India dan Malaysia merupakan jiran maritim yang rapat dan sentiasa menikmati persahabatan yang erat.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
Kami menilai semula kerjasama pembangunan dalam sektor seperti… pic.twitter.com/ACeihQQmlR
Bahasa Tamil yang indah dan abadi serta kebudayaan Tamil yang agung memainkan peranan besar dalam merapatkan hubungan antara India dan Malaysia. Perjanjian Audio Visual akan terus mempopularkan budaya Tamil serta meningkatkan hubungan kebudayaan antara kedua-dua negara.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
India dan Malaysia komited terhadap pembangunan, keamanan dan kestabilan di seluruh rantau Indo-Pasifik bersama ASEAN. India menantikan usaha untuk terus memperkukuh penglibatan dengan ASEAN. Dalam isu keganasan, mesej kami jelas — tiada dwi standard. Tiada kompromi.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 8, 2026
