India is looking to strengthen its ties with Southeast Asian countries through closer cooperation and regional partnerships. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Philippines for important international meetings next week.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will visit Manila from November 16 to 17 at the invitation of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
During the visit, he will take part in the 23rd ASEAN-India Summit and the 21st East Asia Summit, both scheduled for November 17.
The meetings will provide an opportunity for India and other participating countries to discuss regional and global issues.
The ASEAN-India Summit will review progress in their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discuss future cooperation under the 2026–2030 Plan of Action.
India’s partnership with ASEAN is an important part of its Act East Policy. The visit is expected to support stronger diplomatic and economic ties with the region.
