1st India-Malaysia Security Dialogue

On 7th January 2025, India and Malaysia held their first Security Dialogu e in New Delhi, focusing on counter-terrorism, deradicalization, and maritime security.

Key Points

Dialogue Co-Chairs: Ajit Doval, India's National Security Adviser, and Raja Dato Nushirwan Bin Zainal Abidin, Director General of Malaysia's National Security Council.
Cooperation Areas: Both nations agreed to deepen collaboration in counter-terrorism, cyber security, defence industries, and maritime security.
Critical Minerals: The dialogue explored enhancing cooperation in critical minerals and rare earths.
Institutionalizing Dialogue: An agreement was reached to hold annual meetings to strengthen ties further.
Background: The dialogue follows Malaysian Prime Minister Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to India in August 2024, during which bilateral ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Security Review: Both sides reviewed ongoing cooperation in security, defence, and maritime fields, aiming for stronger bilateral engagement.