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Vietnam and Malaysia are deepening their relationship under a newly elevated Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with expanding cooperation across trade, defence, and cultural exchanges strengthening ties across Southeast Asia.
Thailand and New Zealand have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at tripling bilateral trade to US$7.5 billion by 2045. The accord marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations and includes plans for Thai Airways to resume direct Bangkok-Auckland flights in March 2027.
Malaysia and Russia are set to broaden bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors at their Fifth JC-ESTC Meeting in Vladivostok, with emphasis on higher education, research innovation, and emerging technologies.
Vietnam's President To Lam has praised the strengthening relationship with Malaysia, highlighting robust political trust and economic momentum. Two-way trade surged 40% to US$10.8 billion in the first half of 2026.
ASEAN and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila, with emphasis on maritime cooperation, trade and regional security amid global economic pressures.
Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow met US Secretary of State Marco Antonio Rubio at the Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila to reaffirm their strategic alliance and discuss security cooperation, economic partnerships, and regional challenges.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held talks with Genron NPO president Yasushi Kudo to strengthen Malaysia-Japan bilateral relations and explore deeper strategic cooperation between the two nations.
Indonesia has granted its highest state honour to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his state visit, recognising his role in strengthening the two nations' Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and development cooperation.