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  • Prime Minister visits Malaysia, a Southeast Asian nation divided into Peninsular and East Malaysia.
  • Malaysia is a tropical, mega-diverse country, a top palm oil producer, and shares defense exercises (Harimau Shakti, Udarashakti) and trade ties with India.

In Summary

Malaysia (Capital: Kuala Lumpur)

Indian Prime Minister is on a two-day visit to Malaysia.

Political features

  • Southeast Asian Country, separated by South China Sea into Peninsular Malaysia (West Malaysia) and East Malaysia (on Borneo Island). 
  • Bordering countries: Thailand, Brunei and Indonesia, linked to Singapore by a bridge.
  • Maritime Border: Strait of Malacca, South China Sea, Sulu Sea and Sulawesi/Celebes Sea.

Geographical features

  • Climate:  Tropical climate.
  • Highest Peak: Mount Kinabalu.
  • Major River: Rajang, Pahang, Perak etc. 
  • Malaysia one of the world’s 17 mega-diverse countries.
  • Agriculture:  World’s 2nd largest palm oil producer and exporter after Indonesia.

India-Malaysia

  • Defense: Exercises Harimau Shakti (Army), Udarashakti (Air).
  • Trade: India's 3rd largest trading partner in ASEAN.
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Udarashakti

A joint air force exercise between India and Malaysia, designed to foster close cooperation and mutual understanding between the two air forces.

Exercises Harimau Shakti

A joint military exercise conducted between the Indian Army and the Malaysian Army, aimed at enhancing interoperability and joint combat capabilities.

ASEAN

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional organization aimed at promoting intergovernmental cooperation and economic, political, security, military, educational, and socio-cultural integration among its members in Southeast Asia. It faces challenges in defending against external aggressions due to internal divisions.

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