The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Malaysia and Bangladesh have pledged to strengthen defence cooperation through operational implementation of a bilateral MoU, covering military training, peacekeeping operations, counter-terrorism efforts, and educational exchanges.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and visiting Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have reaffirmed their nations' alignment on major geopolitical issues, pledging continued diplomatic engagement for regional peace.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and visiting Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have pledged to deepen cooperation through ASEAN to tackle the Rohingya refugee crisis, while advancing trade and investment ties between the nations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasized that three and a half decades of Russia-ASEAN relations represent a crucial stabilising partnership for the Asia-Pacific region, with cooperation spanning security, trade, energy and technology sectors.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has outlined significant untapped potential for deepening ASEAN-Russia economic and cultural ties during a visit to Kazan, while also addressing international tensions and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised the completion of the Asean-Russia Strategic Programme on Trade and Investment Cooperation 2026-2035, describing it as a foundation for deepened economic partnership, though he emphasised the need for favourable conditions.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta has commended Malaysia's diplomatic relations and praised its global standing in security and democracy during a five-day official visit, highlighting the nation's instrumental role in regional affairs.