India and Malaysia
Country guide in 5 articles, about 14 minutes of reading
Written from the Ministry of External Affairs bilateral brief on India and Malaysia (June 2026). Figures and events are as the brief gives them at that date. Contact details come from the verified MEA register and are shown live.
Relations
India and Malaysia: diplomatic relations and milestones
India established diplomatic relations with the Federation of Malaya in 1957, and ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in August 2024. This article covers visits and dialogue mechanisms.
3 min read · Published 28 September 2026
Trade and investment
Trade and investment between India and Malaysia
Malaysia is India's 3rd largest trading partner in ASEAN, and bilateral trade was US$ 21.05 billion in 2025-26. This article covers trade, investment and the agreements that govern them.
3 min read · Published 28 September 2026
Development and cooperation
India and Malaysia: development partnership and cooperation
India and Malaysia cooperate in defence under a 1993 MoU, in the digital domain through the Malaysia India Digital Council and in traditional medicine. India offers 40 ITEC slots to Malaysia each year.
3 min read · Published 28 September 2026
Culture, education and community
Culture, education and the Indian community in Malaysia
Malaysia has an estimated 2.9 million members of the Indian diaspora and about 10,000 Indian students. This article covers education, scholarships, cultural institutions, tourism and the community.
3 min read · Published 28 September 2026
Practical guide
Malaysia in India: embassy, consulates and how to get help
The High Commission of Malaysia is in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, with consulates in Chennai and Mumbai and an honorary consulate in Kolkata. This article gives contacts and the visa and flight facts in the MEA brief.
2 min read · Published 28 September 2026
Source. MEA bilateral brief: India and Malaysia, June 2026. Diplo is independent and is not affiliated with any government. Suggest a correction.