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Pakistan and Syria are pursuing deeper bilateral relations across multiple sectors, with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al Shaibani's visit to Islamabad marking the first such high-level trip in nearly two decades.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore's Lawrence Wong are set to present the highly anticipated Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone master plan at the Annual Leaders' Retreat in December, marking a significant milestone for the bilateral initiative.
The United States has announced punitive tariffs of 10-12.5 per cent on 60 trading partners for inadequately enforcing bans on forced labour imports, affecting nearly all US imports from these economies.
Pakistan and Iran are pursuing revival of the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul freight train service, suspended since 2022. The countries aim to enhance regional trade and connectivity with Central Asia, Russia and Europe through upgraded rail infrastructure.
The Sepanggar Bay Container Port expansion project remains incomplete after five delays beyond its original February 2023 deadline. DP World Sabah assumed management in September 2024, with authorities implementing ten interim action plans to address congestion.
Malaysia's Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah has cautioned the nation against complacency over Iran's renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning of cascading economic impacts including oil price volatility and supply chain disruptions affecting multiple sectors.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Transport Ministry to explore expanded use of border ports with Thailand, including facilities in Sanglang and Perlis, following discussions with Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul.