Kuala Lumpur:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Singapore on his maiden visit as the Prime Minister. He toured Malaysia on a three-day visit during which he will attend two high profile meetings at the ASEAN-India and East Asia Summits.
PM concludes his speech by inviting Indian community in Singapore to be a part of India's developmental journey; walks off the stage amid chants of 'Modi, Modi'
We have the power to stand solidly and face the world, but such a day must never come: PM Modi
The actions of our forefathers can inspire us, but praising their virtues is just not enough. We have to bow the seeds of success with our own sweat: PM Modi
'I have only one purpose as the PM - Development'
- Development that can wipe the tears off the poor.
- Development that can make the people of this nation lift their heads with pride.
The world is seeking peace and unity, all it wants is someone to lead by example. Today the world is ready to walk shoulder to shoulder with India: PM Modi
The nations which are terrorized in the world today, has over 70 lakh Indians: PM Modi
- Who should these people look towards when they are in trouble. Should we leave them to their fate? Should we forget them?
- They should be able to say, even if i am in trouble today, I know my country will save me.
- This is when relations with other countries help.
We have been the custodians of environment for centuries. We are the people who saw saints in plants and Shiv (Hindu God) in an animal: PM Modi- We want energy for the country, but not add to the misery that is global warming.
- We have decided to produce 40 per cent of the electricity with non-fossil sources. That electricity will not be produced with coal.
- We get huge amounts of energy from the Sun. Even as kids we were taught, Moon is your uncle and the sun is your grandfather. We are focusing on solar energy, biomass.
- Today the world is so interested in India's target of 175 gigawatts of renewable energy that world leaders are amazed and investors want to be a part of it.
Whatever great the world has, India must have it. And whatever India is known for, must become a part of the world: PM Modi
- A person gets a mobile phone, but to charge it, he has to go to the nearby village.
- This is the reality, but it has to change.
- In 2020, when India will celebrate 75 years of independence, all families in India will have 24x7 access to electricity.
Charges of corruption would me made every time a defence deal was signed. It has been 18 months and no one has been able to lift a finger on our dealings, Says PM Modi in Singapore
The country which is oozing with the power of youth, have young dreams and a young resolve: PM Modi
Much of India's exchequer is spend on importing defence equipment. This has to change: PM Modi- India has youth, it has talent, it has the raw material, why shouldn't the defence equipment be made in India.
- We have increased the Foreign Direct Investment in Defence. People will come to India, invest, and Indians will manufacture the equipment in India, and also export.
First time in London Stock Exchange, we are pushing for the Rupee Bond: PM Modi- Anyone in the world can invest in the value of Rupee. This is because of the respect of our currency in the world.
'We won't cower, we won't be combative. We will look the world in the eye and talk': PM Modi on foreign policy in Singapore- I have met many world leaders in the recent times.
- When I used to campaign for elections, reporters used to asked me, "How would your foreign policy be?" They thought that he works for a small state such as Gujarat, there's no question about foreign policy.
- The reporters would beat around the bush and bring me back to the same question. They figured this guy is weak at this topic. I told them - Na hum aankh jhuka ke baat karenge, Na aankh dikha ke, par ankh milake (We won't cower, we won't be combative. We will look the world in the eye and talk.)
Mahatma Gandhi had said that if he had to choose between independence and cleanliness, he would choose cleanliness: PM Modi
- We live in a century where we don't want to leave or give away what we get.
- Even if you get something, like an extra seat in a train, which does not belong to you, even then, you don't feel like leaving.
- But I said that people from affluent families should give away their gas cylinder subsidies, and today, I am proud to tell you that 40 lakh families, just because I said so, gave it away.
India is a great nation, a powerful nation, a nation of 1.2 billion people, but it has still a lot to learn from Singapore: PM Modi
If you have dreams and the commitment to fulfill them, then success will kiss your feet: PM Modi
Today the world is looking at India. The reason for this new found confidence is not Modi, but those Indians who have settled abroad: PM
PM Modi begins his address with Namaste, Vaddakam in Singapore
- I have come to this place earlier, but today the scene is different.
- No one in India can imagine that this is the mood in Singapore. I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart.
- Little India celebrated and extended the festival of Diwali by one week
I thank all Singaporeans. - For years and years, wherever Indians have settled, they have lived peacefully and with love for others. This has been followed for centuries.
- You mingled in these country like sugar in milk.
PM Modi Arrives for Indian Community Reception at Singapore Expo
Ahead of his Indian community address, PM Modi pays homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in Singapore
I am here to invite you to India in a bigger way: PM 
'Our commitment to climate arises from belief; Nature is our mother': PM Modi
We are trying to harness India's development potential through policies and our people: PM
- We are trying to harness India's development potential through policies and our people
- Perceptions are turning into positive outcomes, 40% increase in FDI inflows, 12 places up in Ease of Doing Business Rankings
- We have introduced the GST Bill in the Parliament and are hopeful to roll it out in 2016
- India is among the most open economies for FDI. with most sectors on automatic route and entry and exit conditions relaxed
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the India-Singapore economic convention.
Here are the highlights of his speech:
- Singapore is our 10th largest trade partner globally, second largest in ASEAN
- Outward FDI from India to Singapore has also gone up
- Singapore and India can work together in several positive areas
- Singapore is involved in the master plan of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
PM arrives for address at the Economic Convention.
PM Modi pays homage at the INA memorial marker in Singapore
"Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong played a key role in strengthening India-Singapore ties. Met him today," tweeted PM Modi
Foreign ministry spokesperson tweeted:
Joint Statement: On the Political and security side, continued high level exchanges, expanding defence, maritime and security cooperation are key aspects.
5S Cooperation: The Five Focal Areas laid down earlier would continue to be priority for economic cooperation
- Scaling up of trade and investment
- Speeding up air and maritime connectivity and coastal development
- Smart city development and urban rejuvenation
- Skills development and capacity building
- State focus to strenghten business and cultural links
India and Singapore sign 10 MoUs
PM Narendra Modi holds official talks with Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong at Istana.
Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong calls on PM Narendra Modi
PM Narendra Modi meets Singapore President Tony Tan Keng Yam at Istana.
After Chai Pe Charcha, It was time for selfie with Narendra Modi
Terrorism does not just take a toll of lives, but can derail economies: PM Modi- India will land its stand to keep the seas safe for the befit of all. Age of interdependence when nations must come together for promise of centuries. Terrorism is one such major challenge. A force larger than individual groups.
- World must speak in one voice and act in unison. There must be political regional and military efforts.
- We must do more, countries must be held accountable.
China's economic transformation is an inspiration for us: PM Modi
- And as it re-balances its economy and India picks up the pace of its growth, we can advance stability and prosperity in the region.
- We can be more effective in dealing with global challenges together.
- We have been able to keep our border region peaceful
- We will engage constructively across the complexity of their relationship as 2 self-assured & confident nations.
Singapore will influence the course of this geographical region in the world: PM Modi
- Asia's re-emergence the biggest phenomena of our times. Japan started Asia's re-emergence.
- But this region also has a lot of unresolved disputes. Our islands are threatened by climate change.
- Asia is finding a path towards a stable and prosperous future.
The growth of India Singapore story in words of the PM
Swachh Bharat campaign is not just a programme to clean the city, but to transform the way we think and work: PM Modi
- I learned long ago that Singaporeans are too well informed about India. We are moving in many fronts at the same time.
- In any case for me it is the emergence of India as the fastest growing major economy in the world.
- Confidence is growing and resolve is stronger. The direction is clear and it is spreading across the nation.
Few countries can celebrate the first 50 years with a sense of pride and satisfaction like Singapore; PM Modi- I can do no better than pay homage to one of the tallest leaders, Lee Kwan
- It was with his well known determination that he showed Singapore.
- He believed in India's potential both at home and abroad and to me he was a personal inspiration.
- Singapore has done more than just lift a nation. It has inspired the region's progress.
PM Modi begins his lecture at the Shangri-La hotel in Singapore
The stage is set and the audience awaits the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deliver the 37th Singapore lecture on 'India's Singapore Story'
"Interacted with corporate Malaysia. Exchanged views on economic ties. Urged them to Make in India and invest in India," tweets PM Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is speaking at the inauguration of Torana Gate.
Here are the highlights of his speech:
- This is not just a stone sculpture, it highlights rich culture of 2 countries
- The message of Lord Buddha reverberated across Asia. He highlighted the importance of peace
- This is the replica of the Toranas made in Madhya Pradesh by Samrat Ashok and dedicated to Lord Buddha
We will scale up trade with special emphasis on cultural ties with Malaysia: PM Modi
We will scale up trade with special emphasis on cultural ties with Malaysia: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Malaysia:
- I commend the resolve and resilience of people of Malaysia. India's links with Malaysia are very old
- We will work with renewed vigour to raise momentum of our partnership, continue to deepen security cooperation
Commend the resolve and resilience of people of Malaysia. India's links with Malaysia are very old, says PM Modi.
India, Malaysia sign agreements on cyber security, culture and public administration: Foreign ministry
PM Narendra Modi and PM Najib Razak lead delegation level talks.
Concluding his speech, PM Modi quotes President Abdul Kalam: My message to the young is to have courage to think differently, to invent, to travel the explored paths
We Must Delink Religion from Terror: PM Modi
- Terrorism is the biggest threat to the world today. Knows no boundary. It kills people of all faith.
- We have to delink religion from terror.
- The only distinction is between those who believe in humanity and those who do not.
The Wheels of Change Have Begun to Move and Are Gathering Speed: PM Modi
- And it is showing is numbers. India is the fastest growing major economy. I know, you feel proud of it.
- India is growing at 7.5 per cent but will grow even faster in the coming years.
- There is change in the way government is working. We are making government transparent and accountable. Eliminating corruption at all levels.
- Making governance driven by policy and not at discretion of individuals.
And It Is My Privilege That We Will Install Gandhi's Bust at Gandhi Memorial Hall: PM Modi
Malaysia Lives Up to the Reputation of Being Truly Asia: PM Modi
PM: The Swami Vivekananda Statue is a reminder of the values we so deeply need to repair the fault-lines that are tearing r societies apart.
We'll Make an India Cultural Center after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in Kuala Lumpur: PM Modi
- We share colonial history. The glory of India's freedom struggle was written in part by Malay Indians. Thousands of your forefathers came forward to join Netaji and Indian National Army.
- To their Children and grandchildren I say a big thank you. And here in Kuala Lumpur we will name our cultural centre after Netaji.
- I also pay homage to Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in deadly world war 70 years ago.
India Exists in Every Indian, in Every Part of the World: PM Modi
- As I stand before you I'm reminded of the words of great Tamil saint Thiruvalluvar. Friendship is not just a smile on the face. It is what is felt deep within a smiling heart.
- Mahatma Gandhi once said he want to learn Tamil to study more about Thiruvalluvar.
- It does not matter whether I came here without office or I come now as PM of India. I've felt the same embrace of friendship and welcome.
PM Modi begins his address in Tamil. "Vadakam to Malaysia".
Over 20,000 of the Indian community await PM Modi's address at the Malaysia International Exhibition and Convention Center