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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman concluded a two-day official visit to Malaysia, departing for China after bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on strengthening economic ties and addressing regional challenges.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed Malaysia's condolences to the family and people of Timor-Leste following the death of former president Francisco Guterres, who passed away at a Kuala Lumpur hospital.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has called for expanded ASEAN-Russia cooperation in emerging sectors including artificial intelligence and data centres, arguing the regional bloc and Moscow have yet to fully realise their partnership's potential.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced Russia's commitment to guarantee long-term supplies of petrol, oil, and gas to Malaysia, marking a significant expansion of bilateral energy cooperation and reducing dependence on traditional suppliers.
Asean and Russia have pledged to strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors at a summit in Kazan marking 35 years of diplomatic ties. The bloc adopted key documents including a five-year action plan for 2026–2030.
Malaysia has formally declared its support for Türkiye's ambition to achieve ASEAN Dialogue Partner status, highlighting the country's expanding role in regional engagement and mutual development priorities.
Southeast Asian nations are navigating significant diplomatic, economic and infrastructure developments this week. From Germany strengthening ties with Indonesia to Vietnam's airport expansion plans, the region demonstrates both resilience and ambitious growth strategies.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is addressing the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum in Kazan as part of a commemorative summit marking 35 years of dialogue between the two sides.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta has praised Malaysia's diplomatic relations as exceptionally strong, highlighting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's leadership and Malaysia's support for the Southeast Asian nation's ASEAN membership.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reassured Malaysians that maintaining productive relationships with major powers like China and the United States will not erode the nation's commitment to its core principles or independent international stance.