Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first leader invited to address the East Asia Summit (EAS), highlighting India’s significant role in the ASEAN region. He also holds the distinction of being the only leader to have participated in the most EAS summits, demonstrating India’s longstanding commitment to regional cooperation.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for peace and stability in Eurasia and West Asia, highlighting the negative impact of ongoing conflicts on developing nations. He advocated for diplomatic solutions and condemned the use of force, asserting that the current era demands peaceful resolutions. Modi also underlined India’s commitment to a free and inclusive Indo-Pacific region and its support for ASEAN’s role in regional stability, including the situation in Myanmar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Laos on October 10-11, attending the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit. This visit underscores India’s commitment to its Act East Policy and the importance of its relationship with ASEAN.
