India To Push For Tech Defence And Zakir Naik Extradition During PM Modi’s High Stakes Malaysia Trip

As PM Modi lands in Kuala Lumpur, India is moving with a clear strategic checklist. Digital payments via UPI, defence cooperation, semiconductor partnerships, and trade balance talks will dominate discussions with Malaysia’s leadership. The NPCI-PayNet agreement could push India’s fintech model deeper into Asean. Defence talks may unlock aircraft sales and naval cooperation, while chip manufacturing collaboration aligns with India’s tech ambitions. Alongside economics, New Delhi is expected to raise Zakir Naik’s extradition, keeping pressure on an issue it has not dropped. Malaysia’s role in Asean trade reforms also adds weight to the visit. This is not just engagement — it is India asserting influence in Southeast Asia.