Malaysian PM praises Modi for 'unwavering commitment'

NEW DELHI: Malaysian Prime Minister Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak today praised his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi for his "unwavering commitment" to bilateral relationship between the two countries.

He also appreciated Modi's hospitality, saying the Prime Minister welcomed the Malaysian delegation and held fruitful discussion despite being on a nine-day long fast.

"I would like to pay tribute to my good friend PM Modi for his unwavering commitment and his great confidence in this relationship and has given so much importance and prominence even on a Saturday," Razak said while addressing industry chambers.

"Even when he was fasting, surviving on water for nine days, he was still at the top of his game welcoming me and my delegations and we have a such a fruitful meeting."

Modi observes a 9-day fast on Navratri festival every year.