PM Modi emphasised his belief that the 21st century is the 'Asian Century,' marking a pivotal time for India and ASEAN nations. He highlighted that trade between India and ASEAN has doubled to over USD 130 billion in the last decade.

Modi arrived in Laos on Thursday and is visiting Lao PDR at the invitation of Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone.

PM Modi had arrived in Laos on a two-day visit to attend the ASEAN-India and East Asia summits to further deepen engagement with countries in the groupings.

Speaking at the 21st ASEAN -India Summit, Modi also announced a 10-point plan to mark a decade of India’s Act East Policy that included ASEAN-India Cyber Policy Dialogue, 2025 as ASEAN-India Year of Tourism, doubling the number of scholarships at Nalanda University among others.

At the 21st ASEAN-India Summit, PM Modi announced a strategic 10-point plan commemorating ten years of India’s Act East Policy.

India and East Asia summits, where he discussed regional cooperation and witnessed a Laotian Ramayan performance highlighting India-Laos cultural ties. PM Modi was welcomed with a special Ramayana performance in Laos.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit called ASEAN nations as neighbours and partners in the Global South.

PM Modi today attended the 21st ASEAN-India Summit in Laos. At the summit, PM Modi also announced a 10-point plan to strengthen ASEAN-India comprehensive partnership and asserted that ties with the regional grouping were critical for Asia's future.

India and ASEAN emphasize mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity amid maritime disputes, with PM Modi proposing initiatives for enhanced connectivity. Leaders highlight the role of Unclos and call for a substantive South China Sea Code of Conduct to ensure regional peace and stability.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced a 10-point plan to strengthen India-ASEAN comprehensive partnership and asserted that ties with the regional grouping were critical to guiding Asia's future.