First Indian PM to visit Brunei in 78 years, will visit two more countries

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Brunei on 3-4 September. The Ministry of External Affairs itself has confirmed this. This visit of PM Modi holds special importance as he will become the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Brunei. The main objective of this visit is to strengthen bilateral relations with Brunei and promote economic, cultural, and political cooperation. Let us tell you that India and Brunei are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations.

Brunei is a country located in South East Asia. This country is known for its prosperity and natural resources, especially in the field of oil and gas. India and Brunei have had good relations for a long time, but this visit of Prime Minister Modi will provide an opportunity to deepen these relations even more.

During the Brunei tour, the PM will visit various areas of Brunei and meet the people there. After this, he will visit Singapore and America. PM Modi will visit Singapore on 4-5 September. During this visit, Modi will also participate in many international forums, including the United Nations General Assembly. Let us tell you that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also received an invitation to visit Pakistan for the SCO conference.

Purpose of Visit to Brunei

Many important issues are likely to be discussed during this visit of PM Modi. These include trade, investment, and security cooperation. Various agreements can be signed to further strengthen trade relations between India and Brunei. Apart from this, PM Modi will also meet the Sultan of Brunei, which will also boost personal relations between the two countries.

History of bilateral relations

Diplomatic relations between India and Brunei were established in 1984. Since then, the two countries have grown in cooperation in many areas. This includes education, health, and culture. Brunei also has an Indian community, which strengthens the cultural ties between the two countries.

The PM will visit three countries in September

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit three countries in September. In the first phase, he will visit Singapore and Brunei. This visit of the PM can start from 5 September. In the first phase, he was also supposed to visit Thailand. But, due to the postponement of the BIMSTEC conference, he will not go to Thailand now. Prime Minister Modi will visit America in the second phase. He will also address the United Nations General Assembly. On this tour, the Prime Minister will also address the Indian community in New York.