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Malaysia's Defence Minister has signalled the country's readiness to strengthen defence cooperation with Iran, with discussions underway for a formal Memorandum of Understanding to cement bilateral military ties.
Cambodia's Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn has called for ASEAN to actively shape global events rather than passively respond to them, emphasising the bloc's continued importance for regional peace as it marks its 59th anniversary.
Sabah's Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor is calling for coordinated diplomatic efforts to convince foreign embassies to revise downward their travel advisories for Eastern Sabah, citing six years of zero kidnap-for-ransom cases and improved regional security.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has reaffirmed his country's commitment to expanding defence cooperation with Vietnam, covering military training, intelligence sharing, and maritime security during an official visit.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to strengthening defence ties with Vietnam, discussing expanded maritime security cooperation and addressing regional security challenges.
Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy has urged US President Donald Trump to restrain Israeli government policies toward Palestinians, warning the Middle East faces mounting instability and risks reaching a critical breaking point.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is pursuing international legal remedies for damage to the country's transport infrastructure, characterizing recent attacks as war crimes and demanding faster reconstruction efforts.
Pakistan has appointed Lieutenant General Aamer Raza as the first commander of its National Strategic Command, a newly created military body overseeing the country's nuclear weapons programme following a constitutional restructuring.
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono has called on Asean to convert its regional commitments into concrete outcomes, warning that mounting geopolitical tensions pose a critical test of the bloc's credibility and effectiveness.
Kuwait's armed forces are actively defending against incoming missiles and drones, with the military confirming air defence systems are intercepting hostile targets amid intensifying Iran-US regional hostilities.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei has lambasted the US for allegedly violating a peace memorandum signed in June, declaring President Trump's commitments worthless and threatening consequences if hostilities continue.
Pakistan and Kuwait have raised alarm over escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, warning of potential wider regional instability. Both nations are urging restraint and strict compliance with ceasefire commitments.
Thailand and Cambodia are maintaining their commitment to resolve border tensions through ongoing dialogue, the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed, with no major incidents reported since their May agreement during the ASEAN summit in Cebu.
Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait activated emergency protocols on Friday after Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military installations in the region, marking a dangerous escalation in months of tit-for-tat military operations.
Fourteen countries, led by the Philippines, marked the 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling, reaffirming its binding status and calling for peaceful resolution of maritime disputes.
A coalition of 14 nations, led by the Philippines, commemorated the tenth anniversary of a landmark arbitral ruling on the South China Sea, reaffirming its legally binding status and calling for peaceful resolution of maritime disputes.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed grave concern over escalating military tensions in the Persian Gulf, urging Iran and the United States to immediately cease hostilities and resume diplomatic negotiations to prevent regional destabilisation.
The United Arab Emirates reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones early Sunday, while Qatar and Bahrain activated emergency shelter protocols. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for targeting a US military installation in Jordan.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has emphasized that the relationship between Singapore and Malaysia transcends transactional dealings, built instead on 60 years of accumulated trust. During a state visit to Malaysia, he highlighted opportunities in renewable energy, digital economy integration, and people-to-people exchanges while noting that managing bilateral differences responsibly strengthens rather than weakens the partnership.
The US military has facilitated safe passage of more than 800 commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz since May, transporting 380 million barrels of crude oil. The operation continues despite heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed the importance of effective engagement in resolving the Myanmar crisis, pointing to Thailand's strategic position as a neighbouring nation that could facilitate regional dialogue and peace efforts.
Malaysia's Chief of Defence Force toured Cambodia's Banteay Meanchey province to assess the security landscape along the Cambodia-Thailand border, underscoring Kuala Lumpur's engagement with regional stability efforts.
Cambodia reported that an explosive device detonated along its Thailand border on Sunday, wounding four soldiers conducting a routine patrol in a cashew plantation area of Oddar Meanchey province.
The United States and Iran are preparing to resume diplomatic talks in Pakistan on July 11, building on a ceasefire agreement signed in June. Discussions will centre on sanctions relief, unfrozen assets, and nuclear programme resolution.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected predictions of conflict in the South China Sea, emphasizing that Malaysia's engagement with China remains constructive and that dialogue and international law are vital to regional peace.