The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Indonesia and Thailand have adopted a strategic partnership roadmap aimed at achieving US$20 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. The initiative includes establishing their first joint trade commission and deepening cooperation in food security, energy, and digital economy.
Malaysia and Cambodia have pledged to deepen cooperation in digital economy, artificial intelligence, halal industry and food security, with bilateral talks centred on regional stability and ASEAN Vision 2045.
Malaysian police will dispatch a team of investigators to Jakarta to assist in probing allegations against a Malaysia Airlines pilot arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle more than 70,000 ecstasy pills.
Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn is in Malaysia for an official visit to co-chair the third Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation, resuming the mechanism after two decades of inactivity and signalling renewed momentum in regional ties.
Malaysia is strengthening regional ties with China and ASEAN nations through a ministerial conference focused on sustainable cities and quality housing, addressing rapid urbanisation affecting hundreds of millions across Asia.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong hosted Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah for breakfast at The Istana, where both discussed strengthening ASEAN cooperation and advancing joint bilateral initiatives.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will establish a regional training programme to teach ASEAN countries how to recover criminal assets, drawing on Malaysia's experience with the high-profile 1MDB case.
Cambodia and Indonesia have committed to intensifying efforts against online scams, recognizing the threat as a complex global issue demanding coordinated action across borders.
Brunei's Chief Justice Steven Chong has reaffirmed the nation's dedication to bolstering judicial cooperation across Asean, highlighting the region's response to technological disruption, climate litigation, and digital asset disputes.
Malaysia's Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has pledged closer cooperation with Thailand's newly appointed Peace Dialogue Panel chief Thanut Suvarnananda to advance regional stability efforts in troubled southern Thailand.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrives in Malaysia emphasising that the relationship transcends economics, rooted in shared heritage and mutual trust. He highlights joint projects like the JS-SEZ and RTS Link while stressing the need for proactive engagement with younger generations.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is visiting Malaysia to officially open a new border road and deepen cooperation on agricultural and regional connectivity issues with PM Anwar Ibrahim.
Malaysia pledges to intensify collaboration with ASEAN and UNHCR on the Rohingya refugee crisis, emphasising regional responsibility-sharing and political solutions while acknowledging structural limitations.
Malaysia will host the 23rd ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science, Technology and Innovation in June 2027. MOSTI has signalled that talent development is central to attracting high-tech investment and regional competitiveness.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia on July 9-10 for high-level talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim, focusing on transboundary security challenges and expanding bilateral trade ties in Southeast Asia.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia to develop sovereign cloud infrastructure to protect sensitive data and security information while maintaining openness to global investment and digital innovation.