Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on 3 Nation visit to boast the relation between India and her maritime neighbours- Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. The visit is to develop and cement India's relation with emerging countries on the issues of development and business along with other issues. India and the three nation are also part of ASEAN ( Association of South-East Asian Nations). PM Modi's visit will be instrumental in bringing the nations closer on many issues pertaining to defence, space, business, policy planning and research etc. PM Modi commenced his visit in Indonesia. This is his first visit to the nation, he began his visit by paying respects at the military cemetery. PM Modi and President Joko Widodo shared concerns to the recent developments with Chinese expansionism. A significant decision was taken to develop a naval port in Sabang, a strategic location on the tip of Sumatra island and at the entrance of the vital Malacca Straits. This is seen as most noteworthy in the backdrop of the China's expanding its maritime footprint in the region. The leaders of the both nations has agreed to step up defence and maritime cooperation, to achieve that it is agreed to align their national maritime policies. PM Modi signed nine MoUs on defence, science, space S&T, health, pharma and technical cooperation. The two nations have agreed to triple bilateral trade, from 12.9 billion USD to 50 billion USD. New ISRO ground station is planned in Indonesia. India and Indonesia will have greater sea links to facilitate economic cooperation. Both leaders welcomed more connectivity between Andamans and Aceh. PM Modi mentioned the close relation Indians share with Indonesia owing to our striking similarities in our folklore, culture and cuisine. Later, while addressing the group of Indian diasporas, PM Modi touched the emotional chord by inviting them to the 'New India' and experience Kumbh Mela next year. On Thursday, PM Modi will be meeting Singapore Entrepreneurs, MoU is signed which aims to foster collaboration between Singapore and Indian start-ups, to promote innovation and excellence for the betterment of the society.