India’s engagement with ASEAN important pillar of ‘Act East’ policy: PM Modi
The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership entered into last year has injected new dynamism in ties between the two sides, he added.
The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership entered into last year has injected new dynamism in ties between the two sides, he added.
The Congress chief made the remarks in a tweet, while presiding over a meeting of leaders from North East states of Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Sikkim for preparation of Lok Sabha elections 2024.
EAM said, "ASEAN is a crucial pillar of India's Act East policy and its vision for the wider Indo-Pacific. A strong and unified ASEAN plays an important role in the emerging dynamic of the Indo-Pacific."
The defence minister said the Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti Master Plan would act as a force multiplier in developing infrastructure facilities in the Northeast region.
Addressing the festival on the second day, Sangma said that northeast India and South East Asian nations can develop strong cultural and economic ties.
Over the years SIMBEX has stood the test of time in demonstrating the nation’s commitment to enhance maritime cooperation between the two navies.
The substantial presence of ethnic Nepalese people in North-east India is an asset to promote greater economic interaction with the neighbouring country Nepal.
Any attempt to converge national vision with people's voices in this contested region must be negotiated carefully
PM Modi and President Moon held constructive talks on enhancing bilateral cooperation in key areas including trade, investment, defence and security.
This is the prime minister's second visit to the Republic of Korea since 2015 and a second summit meeting with President Moon Jae-in.
