Modi meets Abiy Ahmed and Anwar Ibrahim to discuss defense

India Sep 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat down with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in New Delhi to talk about stepping up defense partnerships, investing in new sectors, and working together on emerging technology.

Both leaders were enthusiastic about teaming up for joint personnel training and defense procurement.

Ethiopia seeks Indian mining, Malaysia semiconductors

Ethiopia is hoping for more Indian investment in its mining industry, while Malaysia is looking to collaborate with India on semiconductors.

These talks highlight India's push to build stronger ties in areas that matter for the future.

Anwar Ibrahim to visit Kerala soon

Modi met Ibrahim on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Leaders's Summit, discussing trade and investment.

Ibrahim will also visit Kerala soon to deepen cooperation in trade and investment, the digital economy, talent and labor, education and regional connectivity.

Meanwhile, Ethiopia (now a BRICS member) has been exploring ways to expand defense collaboration with India.