The institute is regarded as one of the top higher learning institutions in India.
Anwar said Malaysia was committed to strengthening people-to-people ties through collaboration in culture, tourism and education.
He said India is exploring investment opportunities in Malaysia’s future-focused sectors – the digital economy, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and aerospace.
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Anwar, who had a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the ongoing 17th BRICS Summit, said: “We explored the great potential to expand strategic cooperation between Malaysia and India across various areas, including trade, investment, digital technology and defence.”
Both parties, he said, emphasised the importance of ensuring regional peace and stability.
Both also voiced support for just and peaceful resolutions to international issues such as Palestine and Jammu‑Kashmir.
Malaysia, Anwar said, welcomed efforts to reinforce the Asean-India relationship ahead of the Asean-India Summit this October.
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Anwar also had a bilateral meeting with Republic of South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa.
They spoke about reassessing various forms of cooperation across different fields and devising steps to expand strategic investments in sectors such as agriculture, automotive, tourism and the halal industry.
Anwar also expressed appreciation for South Africa’s support for the Palestinian people's struggle, including its tireless efforts at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
