KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his historic milestone of becoming the country’s longest-serving elected prime minister.

In a Facebook post today, Anwar said the achievement reflects Modi’s years of dedicated public service and leadership in advancing India’s development, prosperity and standing on the global stage.

“Heartiest congratulations to PM Modi on this historic milestone of becoming India’s longest-serving elected prime minister,” he said.

Modi has been serving as Prime Minister since May 2014.

Anwar said Malaysia values its close and longstanding friendship with India and looks forward to continuing cooperation to strengthen bilateral ties and expand opportunities for the peoples of both countries.

“I wish PM Modi continued success and the people of India continued peace, progress and prosperity,” he said. — Bernama