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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and the Prosperity Party following their election victory, highlighting Malaysia's strengthening ties with Africa.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has concluded a two-day official visit to Malaysia, during which the two nations agreed to pursue a fast-track free trade agreement and expand cooperation in energy, semiconductors and the halal industry.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has pledged to deepen cooperation with Malaysia across diplomatic, economic and security fronts during his first official bilateral visit abroad since taking office.
Malaysia and Bangladesh have committed to reviving stalled political mechanisms, including the Joint Commission Meeting, and establishing updated worker migration protocols during Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's official visit.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived in Putrajaya for a two-day official visit, receiving a ceremonial welcome from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, investment, and regional cooperation.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Malaysia for an official state visit intended to reinforce ties between the two nations and explore fresh avenues for cooperation across multiple sectors.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit Malaysia on June 22 at the invitation of PM Anwar Ibrahim, marking his first official bilateral trip since assuming office in February 2026. The visit aims to deepen cooperation across trade, semiconductors, energy, and education.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled strategic energy partnerships with Russia and Turkmenistan, including a 20-year supply agreement and access to vast gas reserves, positioning Malaysia for long-term energy security and export opportunities.
Malaysia and Cambodia have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen cooperation in media, broadcasting, and information development, marking another milestone in their longstanding bilateral relationship.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has completed his first official visit to Turkmenistan since taking office, describing the two-day trip as successfully advancing energy cooperation and bilateral relations between Malaysia and the Central Asian nation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov have pledged to deepen bilateral relations through structured cooperation spanning energy, trade, Islamic finance and technology.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov witnessed a strategic partnership between Petronas and Turkmenistan authorities, reinforcing three decades of energy collaboration and opening avenues for natural gas development.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is concluding his official visit to Turkmenistan with senior-level talks focused on expanding trade and investment links between Malaysia and the strategic Central Asian country located on the Caspian Sea's eastern edge.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim concludes his Turkmenistan visit with bilateral meetings, trade agreements, and strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening Malaysia's presence in Central Asia's energy-rich region.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reported substantial headway in US-India trade negotiations following talks with President Trump at the G7 summit in France, with both sides aiming to finalise an interim agreement.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signalled Russia and Malaysia's readiness to deepen cooperation ahead of their 60th diplomatic anniversary next year, with bilateral trade rising 12.9% in 2025.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held bilateral talks with Tatarstan's leader Rustam Minnikhanov in Kazan, identifying mutual opportunities in energy, trade, investment, technology and the halal sector as Malaysia deepens ties with Russia's oil-rich republic.
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Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta has praised Malaysia's diplomatic engagement and support, noting the country's strong security standing and economic growth under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during his ongoing visit.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received an official welcome ceremony at the Japanese Prime Minister's Office in Tokyo on June 10, marking his first official visit to Japan since becoming Malaysia's 10th Prime Minister.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has lauded Indian PM Narendra Modi for achieving a historic tenure milestone, while reaffirming Malaysia's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with India.
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Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has signalled fresh momentum in ties between Selangor and Singapore, highlighting shared interests in building regional business networks amid global economic headwinds.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has departed for Tokyo to lead a Malaysian delegation focused on deepening bilateral relations and tackling energy security concerns in the region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will travel to Japan from tomorrow through June 10 for an official visit aimed at deepening strategic relations and identifying fresh areas of collaboration between the nations.
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Malaysia's Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled has urged Norway to prioritise compensation payments after unilaterally revoking the export licence for the Naval Strike Missile, which disrupted the country's Littoral Combat Ship programme.
Malaysia's Defence Minister has condemned what he calls selective enforcement of international law, citing Norway's cancellation of a Naval Strike Missile export deal as evidence of unequal standards applied to different nations.
Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah's recent journey to Turkiye highlights the enduring partnership between Malaysia and the country, rooted in historical ties spanning from the Modern Johor Sultanate's formative years.
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China and Malaysia have renewed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, marking 52 years since establishing formal diplomatic ties during the Cold War era.
Singapore and the United States have reaffirmed their longstanding defence partnership during meetings held on the sidelines of the 23rd IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, with both nations pledging continued commitment to regional stability.
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Malaysia and Saudi Arabia have made significant strides in security cooperation across seven key areas, including counter-terrorism and cyber security, through their coordination council framework.
Turkey's departing envoy to Malaysia, Emir Salim Yüksel, called his four-year tenure deeply fulfilling, citing expanded cooperation between Kuala Lumpur and Ankara across multiple sectors.
Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan conducted a rare diplomatic visit to North Korea on Tuesday, meeting counterpart Choe Son Hui to discuss strengthening ties and regional matters.
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Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has emphasized deepening defence collaboration with Turkiye, citing the launch of the first Littoral Mission Ship Batch 2 vessel as a landmark government-to-government partnership for the Royal Malaysian Navy.
Brunei's Minister of Home Affairs Datuk Seri Setia Ahmaddin Abdul Rahman announced that six Malaysian nationals imprisoned in Brunei were successfully transferred to Malaysia in August 2024, following the signing of the International Transfer of Prisoners Treaty in Kuala Lumpur in 2023.
Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has departed for a four-day official visit to China, focusing on deepening economic cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Phase-II initiative.
Malaysia and New Zealand have pledged to expand agricultural cooperation to tackle global fuel and food supply uncertainties. The commitment covers critical inputs including fertilisers, dairy products and grains, with both nations working under existing free trade frameworks.
Pahang's state leadership met with a Singaporean delegation headed by Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong, discussing opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation in investment, economic development, tourism and education sectors.