India will establish a consulate in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, following approval from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, marking a significant step in bilateral ties.
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will soon have a new Indian consulate in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah after Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim lent his support to India’s plan, highlighting the growing depth of bilateral ties.
The announcement came during a joint media conference yesterday between Anwar and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
“As a sign of our strong relations, I have agreed to support India’s decision to open a consulate in Kota Kinabalu.”
Both leaders said the new diplomatic mission would strengthen people-to-people links, enhance consular services and boost economic cooperation, particularly in East Malaysia.
The consulate is expected to facilitate closer collaboration in trade, investment, tourism, education and cultural exchanges while also providing greater support for the Indian community and businesses operating in Sabah and neighbouring regions.
Modi confirmed the development in a post on X, stating that the new consulate would further bring the two nations together.
India’s External Affairs Ministry said the consulate would strengthen ongoing cooperation between India and Malaysia and expand its outreach to its diaspora here.
Officials said the mission would serve as a key platform for enhancing bilateral engagement and nurturing closer ties between the peoples of both nations.
