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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman ended his inaugural state visit to Malaysia on Monday, reaffirming his government's commitment to deepening bilateral ties with PM Anwar Ibrahim across political, economic and cultural dimensions.
Oman's Foreign Minister has restated his country's dedication to ensuring unobstructed, cost-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz after meeting with senior Iranian officials, signalling regional diplomatic progress on a critical global shipping route.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed Malaysia's sympathy over the death of former Timor-Leste president Francisco Guterres, acknowledging his pivotal role in the nation's independence struggle and democratic development.
Southeast Asian nations are advancing strategic partnerships on energy, maritime security and regional development. Key developments include Laos-Russia nuclear cooperation, Myanmar-China border trade discussions, Philippines assertions over maritime zones, and Vietnam's airport expansion plans.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Asean and Russia to strengthen bilateral cooperation across critical sectors including food security, energy, manufacturing, digital technology and education.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has outlined Malaysia's vision for strengthening Asean-Russia relations while addressing energy security and global humanitarian concerns during media engagements in Kazan.
Nepal's newly elected government is pursuing simultaneous engagement with China and India to drive economic growth and attract foreign investment after a political upheaval that swept a youth-backed coalition to power.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is addressing the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum in Kazan as part of commemorative summit activities. Malaysia strengthens ties with Russia amid growing regional engagement.
Indonesia and France align on Middle East peace while Myanmar's president plans India visit. Japan strengthens defence ties with the Philippines, and Vietnam Airlines opens a new Southeast Asia route.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated Malaysia's unwavering commitment to condemning all forms of aggression and military incursions in West Asia, conveying this message directly to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in a telephone conversation.
Omani and Iranian officials met in Muscat to discuss maritime navigation principles governing the Strait of Hormuz under international law, as regional powers work toward broader peace agreements.
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong underscores that Singapore-China relations rest on mutual economic benefit rather than shared ethnicity, while the city-state explores partnerships in artificial intelligence and solutions for an ageing population during his five-day visit.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed Thursday he will meet Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet at the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, though the encounter may not be a formal bilateral meeting.