Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Brunei on the first leg of his two-nation trip during which he will hold talks with the country’s top leadership and discuss ways to boost bilateral ties.
Modi, who is the first Indian Prime Minister to travel to Brunei on a bilateral visit, said he was looking forward to his meetings with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and other members of the royal family to advance the historical relationship to new heights.
As a special gesture, Prime Minister Modi was received by Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah at the airport, according to officials.
Modi also received a guard of honour at the airport.
“PM @narendramodi alights in Brunei to a ceremonial welcome. Warmly received by Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah,” Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.