PM Modi Meets Leaders Of Malaysia, Cuba, Vietnam, Focus On Strengthening Ties

Last Updated:July 07, 2025, 07:40 IST

Cuba President Diaz-Canel expressed interest in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure and UPI, during meeting with PM Modi.

PM Modi at BRICS 2025 in Brazil (Credits: X/PM Modi)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met key global leaders and held bilateral discussions on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil. The Prime Minister engaged with the counterparts of Malaysia and Vietnam and the President of Cuba, reaffirming India’s commitment to deepening ties across regions.

During his meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar bin Ibrahim, the two leaders reviewed developments in the India-Malaysia partnership since the Malaysian leader’s visit to India in August 2024. Their discussions covered several sectors, including defence, trade, education, healthcare, tourism, and cultural exchanges.

The prime minister thanked Prime Minister Ibrahim for his strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack.

The Prime Minister also congratulated Malaysia for its successful stewardship of ASEAN and welcomed its continued support for a strengthened ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including the early and successful completion of the review of the ASEAN-India FTA, said the official statement.

In meeting with the President of Cuba, HE Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez, both the leaders reviewed bilateral ties in economic cooperation, development partnership, fintech, capacity building, science and technology, disaster management, and healthcare.

President Diaz-Canel expressed interest in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure and UPI, acknowledging India’s expertise in the digital domain.

In turn, PM Modi welcomed Cuba’s recognition of Ayurveda and offered support for its inclusion in Cuba’s healthcare system

The leaders agreed to work together on issues concerning the Global South, including health, pandemics, and climate change, and appreciated ongoing cooperation in the multilateral arena.

Prime Minister proposed Cuba’s recognition of the Indian pharmacopoeia, which will lead to access to Indian generic medicines.

PM Modi also engaged in bilateral talks with the Prime Minister of Vietnam, focusing on enhancing cooperation and reviewing key areas of the strategic partnership.

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