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Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan clarified that a May delegation visit to Myanmar represented diplomatic dialogue, not acceptance of the military government, reaffirming ASEAN's position on the crisis.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has commended Datuk Yasmeen Muhamad Shariff's election to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child, viewing her appointment as validation of Malaysia's international standing and commitment to child welfare advocacy.
Malaysia's Datuk Yasmeen Muhamad Shariff has been re-elected to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child for 2027–2031, securing 136 votes at the New York headquarters this week.
Malaysia's Chief Secretary calls on the civil service to rapidly implement the diplomatic openings secured by PM Anwar Ibrahim's recent visits to Russia and Turkmenistan, emphasizing the need for agility in trade and investment facilitation.
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Malaysia will mobilise international forums including the UN, OIC, and BRICS to advance peace in West Asia, following a US-Iran memorandum of understanding signed last week, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan announced.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic visits to Russia and Turkmenistan have garnered public support for bolstering Malaysia's economic ties, trade partnerships, and strategic energy security arrangements.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has demonstrated considerable diplomatic finesse during recent visits to Russia and Turkmenistan, leveraging his personal appeal to advance Malaysia's regional interests and strengthen bilateral partnerships.
Following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's diplomatic missions to Russia and Turkmenistan, Malaysia is pursuing expanded international collaborations and strengthening ties across multiple geopolitical spheres.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's policy of engaging all nations while preserving independence and neutrality has reinforced global confidence and opened new economic partnerships, citing Petronas deals and visits from major powers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has landed in Penang immediately following his official Turkmenistan visit, where he will participate in the National Journalists' Day 2026 finale and several investment-related activities.
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.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has publicly acknowledged Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping for their statements condemning developments in Gaza and Iran-related military incidents.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Ashgabat for a two-day official visit to Turkmenistan, the first by a Malaysian PM to the Central Asian nation. The trip follows reciprocal diplomacy and strengthens ties with a key regional trade partner.
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has voiced confidence that ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations could successfully conclude within 60 days, bringing stability to West Asia. He cited encouraging developments relayed by Pakistan's PM and discussions with Russia's President Putin.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's state visit to Turkmenistan from June 18-19 signals deepening diplomatic and economic engagement between the two nations, with focus on energy, transport and agriculture partnerships.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Kazan to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, marking 35 years since the establishment of relations between the regional bloc and Moscow in 1991.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with the Secretary-General of the Muslim World League to discuss strengthening interfaith understanding and Malaysia's role in bridging relations between the Islamic world and international community.
Malaysia has been elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council for 2027-2029, receiving 184 votes from member states at the UN General Assembly's 80th session.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated Malaysia's strong opposition to aggression in the West Asia region during a telephone conversation with Iran's president, underscoring the nation's commitment to peace.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged the United States and Iran to forge an inclusive framework agreement that would safeguard the Strait of Hormuz and address security concerns of all regional nations.
All 428 humanitarian activists detained during the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 mission have been released following mounting international pressure on Israel. The operation, which included 29 Malaysian participants, is now hailed as a significant diplomatic success.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has demanded that Israel immediately release 25 Malaysian citizens detained off Cyprus, arguing they were outside Israeli territorial waters and their detention violates international law.