New Delhi: The India-ASEAN partnership is a “powerful foundation for global stability and growth”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared Sunday, while highlighting that the relationship has continued to make “steady progress” even in this “uncertain” time globally.

“Even in these times of uncertainty, the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has made steady progress. Our strong partnership is emerging as a powerful foundation for global stability and growth,” Modi said in his opening remarks at the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit.

The Prime Minister attended the summit virtually, announcing the decision three days ago, after a call with US President Donald Trump Tuesday. Modi has attended both physically and virtually almost every ASEAN-India summit since assuming power in 2014. S

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