Modi in SE Asia LIVE: 'Happy to have met my friend': PM Modi on private dinner with Singapore PM Wong

Following the meeting with Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong, PM Modi said the two had an excellent discussion.

Sharing a photo of the two embracing, Modi said the India-Singapore relationship was a cherished one.

The two leaders met at Wong’s residence in an informal manner before the formal proceedings tomorrow.

Happy to have met my friend, PM Lawrence Wong. Had an excellent discussion on a wide range of issues. India cherishes the friendship with Singapore. https://t.co/ZLpZME0rxu

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

Sharing a video from the Singapore visit on X, PM Modi thanked people for the reception.

The video showed how he was received by the diaspora with a traditional dance, drums, and a community welcome.

Thank you Singapore! The welcome was truly vibrant. pic.twitter.com/pd0My1x17l

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong hosted PM Modi at the iconic Sri Temasek building.

The Sri Temasek serves as the Singaporean premier’s official residence.

In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared photos of Modi and Wong.

An evening cherishing the deep and long-standing India-Singapore ties awaits, said the MEA in the post.

Fortifying 🇮🇳-🇸🇬 bonds of friendship.

PM @narendramodi warmly hosted by PM @LawrenceWongST at the iconic Sri Temasek in Singapore.

An evening cherishing the deep and long-standing 🇮🇳-🇸🇬 ties awaits. pic.twitter.com/3asxWAAGy7

— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) September 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong.

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong.

(Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/1P7SCUHG5a

— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024

Singapore-headquartered CapitaLand, which is one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups, is planning to more than double its funds under management in India to over S$14.8 billion.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Singapore on Wednesday to a rousing welcome, as he was greeted by the members of the Indian community in a rousing welcome.

PM Modi said he is looking forward to the various meetings aimed at boosting the India-Singapore friendship and closer cultural ties.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi said, “Landed in Singapore. Looking forward to the various meetings aimed at boosting the India-Singapore friendship. India’s reforms and the talent of our Yuva Shakti makes our nation an ideal investment destination. We also look forward to closer cultural ties.”

Taking a dig at China during his visit to Brunei, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India supports the policy of development, not expansionism.

Modi on Monday arrived on a two-day visit to Brunei, a nation in the Southeast Asia. Brunei is among the several nations in the region with whom China has territorial disputes. While these nations assert sovereignty over the regional waters, China claims the entirety of South China Sea as its own.

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi tries his hands on a dhol. Members of the Indian diaspora welcomed PM Modi on his arrival in Singapore. pic.twitter.com/JBWG5Bnrzk

— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed by the Indian diaspora at a hotel in Singapore.

During his visit, PM Modi will meet Singapore PM Lawrence Wong and President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and interact with Singaporean leadership. He will also meet with business leaders… pic.twitter.com/qIfj8XXBEm

— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024

#WATCH | A woman ties rakhi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrives at a hotel in Singapore. Members of the Indian diaspora welcomed PM Modi on his arrival in Singapore. pic.twitter.com/ZgiUsOxa46

— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Singapore on Wednesday evening, CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI), a global real asset manager, has announced to more than double its funds under management (FUM) in India by 2028, increasing from SD 7.4 billion (Rs 458.8 billion) as of June 30, 2024.

The company announced these growth strategies as it celebrated its 30th anniversary with business partners, investors, and staff in Mumbai.

Lee Chee Koon, Group Chief Executive Officer, CLI said, “India is a strategic market for us and a key contributor to CLI’s overall business. India has been one of our fastest-growing markets, where our investments have tripled in the last seven years.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived here to “deepen strategic partnership” with the Southeast Asian country at the invitation of his Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong after wrapping his visit to Brunei.

During the two-day visit, his fifth official trip to Singapore, the prime minister will connect with three generations of Singapore’s leadership, officials in New Delhi said.

The prime minister will receive an official welcome at the Parliament House on Thursday and call on President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

This visit comes days after Wong took over and Modi began his third term as prime minister.

Ahead of his departure, Modi had posted on X: “I look forward to my discussions to deepen our Strategic Partnership with Singapore, particularly in new and emerging areas of advanced manufacturing, digitalization, and sustainable development.” Modi, who last visited Singapore in 2018, is accompanied by Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and other government officials.

“The leaders will review the progress of India-Singapore Strategic Partnership and exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest,” a Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) statement said ahead of his departure for Brunei and Singapore.

Modi would call on Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong. Wong and Lee will host Modi to separate meals.

Modi will also meet with Singaporean business leaders and interact with those in the country’s semiconductor ecosystem.

This visit will build synergies in semiconductor ecosystems of Singapore and India. Both PMs will visit a semiconductor manufacturing facility, officials said.

They said MoUs will be signed for cooperation in manpower skilling in the semiconductor sector.

From skilling centres to training and recruitment by Singapore firms, this will help India’s youth with better skills and opportunities, officials added.

Landed in Singapore. Looking forward to a the various meetings aimed at boosting the India-Singapore friendship. India’s reforms and the talent of our Yuva Shakti makes our nation an ideal investment destination. We also look forward to closer cultural ties. pic.twitter.com/goCsbTKZxe

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday became the first Indian head of the government to visit Brunei.

The Prime Minister arrived at the Bandar Seri Begawan Airport Tuesday afternoon as he began his two-day visit to Brunei Darussalam.

The visit, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei, aims at bolstering ties between the two countries.

As India Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Singapore today after a trip to Brunei, significant developments in India-Singapore relations are anticipated. Modi’s visit comes at a time when both nations are focusing on deepening their partnership across various sectors.

India and Brunei have agreed to enhance cooperation in the field of defence, space and people-to-people ties, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the South-East Asian nation, which is expected to further strengthen and cement bilateral ties.

The two nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on cooperation in the operation of Telemetry, Tracking and Telecommand Station for Satellite and Launch Vehicles, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah held a bilateral meeting today, during which they held productive discussions and took stock of the bilateral ties. They also welcomed the commencement of direct flight connection between Bandar Seri Begawan and Chennai.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive here on Wednesday for his fifth official visit to the Southeast Asian country at the invitation of his Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong after wrapping his visit to Brunei.

During the two-day visit, Modi will receive an official welcome at the Parliament House on Thursday and call on President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

​”I look forward to my discussions to deepen our Strategic Partnership with Singapore, particularly in new and emerging areas of advanced manufacturing, digitalization, and sustainable development,” Modi said in his departure statement ahead of his visit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet with Singapore counterpart Lawrence Wong during a two-day visit to the city-state starting on Wednesday, Singapore’s government said.

Modi will also meet Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and former Prime Ministers Lee Hsien Loong and Goh Chok Tong during the trip, his fifth to Singapore and first since 2018.

He will also participate in a business roundtable with local business leaders and meet semiconductor players.

Modi will be accompanied by Indian government officials including the Foreign Minister and National Security Advisor.

My visit to Brunei Darussalam was productive. It ushers in a new era of even stronger India-Brunei ties. Our friendship will contribute to a better planet. I am grateful to the people and Government of Brunei for their hospitality and affection. pic.twitter.com/Wm3pilBAlL

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

PM Narendra Modi and Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei held productive discussions in Bandar Seri Begawan today. They welcomed the elevation of bilateral ties to Enhanced Partnership.

The two leaders took stock of bilateral relations including in areas of defence, trade & investment, energy, space technology, health and pharmaceuticals, capacity building, culture and people-to-people ties. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Sharing my remarks during meeting with HM Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei. https://t.co/yo7GwpTBl1

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah on Wednesday and during the “wide-ranging” talks the two leaders discussed ways to further cement bilateral ties.

PM Modi stated that India and Brunei will expand trade ties, commercial linkages and people-to-people exchanges.

Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and his close family members warmly welcomed PM Modi at the Istana Nurul Iman.

Delighted to meet His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. Our talks were wide ranging and included ways to further cement bilateral ties between our nations. We are going to further expand trade ties, commercial linkages and people-to-people exchanges. pic.twitter.com/CGsi3oVAT7

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei for a bilateral meeting on wide ranging topics and discussed about further expand trade ties, commercial linkages and people-to-people exchanges.

Modi, who is the first Indian Prime Minister to travel to Brunei on a bilateral visit, was welcomed by Sultan Bolkiah and his close family members at the Istana Nurul Iman, which is the official residence of the Sultan, and the seat of the Brunei government.

“Delighted to meet His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. Our talks were wide ranging and included ways to further cement bilateral ties between our nations. We are going to further expand trade ties, commercial linkages and people-to-people exchanges,” Modi said in a post on X.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Singapore today. (September 4).

Modi is slated to meet several senior leaders including President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong.

PM Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed at the Istana Nurul Iman by His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei and his close family members.

Brunei is an important partner in India’s ‘Act East’ Policy and its Vision of the Indo-Pacific.

Modi with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah. MEA