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Russia and ASEAN celebrated 35 years of diplomatic relations at a commemorative summit in Kazan, with President Putin emphasising their strategic partnership's role in maintaining regional stability amid global uncertainties.
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The United States and Iran have formally completed a 14-point memorandum of understanding aimed at concluding their conflict. The agreement, signed digitally by both nations' presidents, centres on nuclear negotiations and sanctions relief over a 60-day period.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described a Russian naval vessel's warning shots near a yacht in the English Channel as reckless conduct, marking another flashpoint in deteriorating UK-Russia relations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has publicly commended Russian President Vladimir Putin for maintaining a principled and consistent position on Gaza and Iran, highlighting the alignment between Malaysian and Russian foreign policy interests in the Middle East.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Asean and Russia to strengthen multilateral cooperation across food security, energy, manufacturing, digital technology and education, signalling Malaysia's vision for expanded regional engagement.
Thailand's government has expressed optimism about a reported US-Iran ceasefire agreement, viewing it as potentially beneficial for regional and global economic stability, energy prices, and reducing supply chain uncertainties.