New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- India is keen to deepen its defence and security ties with Malaysia and enhance the bilateral economic and innovation partnership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday as he embarked on a visit to Kuala Lumpur.

Modi, who is visiting at the invitation of his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim, will hold bilateral talks and interact with industry and business representatives and the Indian community. The 10th India-Malaysia CEOs Forum is scheduled to coincide with the visit.

"I look forward to my discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and further enhancing our comprehensive strategic partnership. We will aim to deepen our defence and security ties, enhance our economic and innovation partnership, and...