PM Modi might skip the ASEAN Summit to be held in Malaysia, starting this Sunday. It is believed that the Prime Minister may be occupied with the Bihar elections and other scheduled commitments. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is expected to represent India at the meetings. US President Donald Trump will attend the summit in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to 28. Modi’s absence would mean avoiding a possible meeting with the American President amid trade-related strains in bilateral ties.

Why PM Modi is Skipping The ASEAN Summit?

The Asean Summit and related meetings are set to be held in Kuala Lumpur from October 26 to October 28. Various reports say that the government’s focus is currently on the upcoming state assembly elections in Bihar. The PM is also expected to participate in

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