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Malaysia has formally endorsed Türkiye's ambition to secure ASEAN Dialogue Partner status, signalling deeper regional engagement between Ankara and Southeast Asia through economic cooperation and strategic alignment.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr departed for Russia to lead Asean's participation in a commemorative summit with Putin, focusing on energy and food security amid global geopolitical tensions.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the vital role of engagement summits in building mutual understanding and trust between ASEAN member states and Russia, speaking after attending a gala dinner at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim engaged with international media in Kazan to discuss deepening ties between Southeast Asia and Russia, touching on cooperation frameworks, energy challenges, cultural heritage, and pressing global concerns.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has touched down in Kazan to participate in the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, underscoring Malaysia's commitment to strengthening regional partnerships amid evolving global dynamics.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has departed for Kazan to lead Malaysia at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, with plans to meet President Putin and attend a business forum before visiting Turkmenistan.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is travelling to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin, aiming to guarantee Malaysia's oil and diesel supplies and address regional energy security concerns amid Middle East tensions.