Kuala Lumpur, Feb. 7 -- Highlighting India's rising global economic stature, citing the country's trade deals with major partners, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that trust has become India's "strongest currency" in the global landscape.

Addressing the Indian diaspora in Kuala Lumpur as part of his two-day visit to the country, PM Modi said that trade deals made with major global partners, including the UK, EU, USA, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, and Oman, have positioned New Delhi as a "trusted partner for growth".

"Earlier, India was seen just as a huge market. Now, we are a hub for investment and trade. India is seen as a trusted partner for growth. Whether it is the UK, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, Oman, the EU or USA, ...