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Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn will visit Malaysia from August 3 for the third joint bilateral commission meeting, reviewing cooperation progress and exploring new collaborative measures across multiple sectors.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, representing the country's return to F1 hosting after a nine-year absence.
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan is travelling to Washington this week for talks with senior US officials, seeking to shore up bilateral trade relations ahead of an anticipated US decision on tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act.
Malaysia's government anticipates concluding negotiations with Thailand on trade disputes involving shrimp and agricultural products by the end of July, with officials describing the process as the fastest resolution timeline to date.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam departed Malaysia on July 15 after a three-day state visit, marking his first official trip since taking office. The visit strengthened ties between the two neighbours.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has extended official congratulations to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei on his 80th birthday, expressing hopes for continued regional cooperation and strengthened bilateral ties.
France and Malaysia are deepening bilateral ties through expanded economic cooperation and cultural exchanges. French Ambassador Marc Abensour highlighted the partnership's strength, noting 11% growth in bilateral trade and Malaysia's position as the 10th-largest destination for French foreign direct investment.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that Malaysia and Singapore will soon complete the master plan for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, marking progress on a flagship bilateral initiative that aims to deepen economic ties.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim hosted Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam during a three-day state visit, with discussions centred on strengthening bilateral relations and trade cooperation between the neighbouring countries.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will make his first state visit to Malaysia as president from July 13–15, reciprocating a May 2024 visit by Malaysia's King. The trip underscores bilateral ties amid strong trade growth.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is visiting Malaysia this week to inaugurate a new border road and deepen bilateral cooperation on transport links and agriculture with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his wife Thananon arrived in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, with the First Lady enjoying a scenic cruise on Tasik Putrajaya hosted by Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul expressed optimism about reaching a US$30 billion bilateral trade target with Malaysia by 2027, with current trade already standing at approximately US$28 billion.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul held bilateral talks in Putrajaya to strengthen cooperation across trade, investment, security and agriculture, with an agricultural MOU expected to be signed.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has arrived in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, marking his first trip since his reappointment in March 2026. The visit aims to deepen bilateral ties and expand agricultural cooperation between the two nations.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia this week as Thailand prepares to launch a new permanent border checkpoint at Sadao, replacing the existing crossing and boosting cross-border commerce and travel.
Malaysia and Laos have marked 60 years of diplomatic relations, pledging to strengthen economic cooperation. Malaysia is Laos's fourth-largest foreign investor, with bilateral trade growing significantly.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia on July 9-10 to meet PM Anwar Ibrahim. Discussions are expected to focus on border security challenges and bilateral economic cooperation initiatives.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has advised Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz against leveraging the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone agreement for political campaigning, emphasising the deal remains strictly a bilateral commitment between the Malaysian and Singaporean prime ministers.
Malaysia and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in legislation and governance, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim meeting Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration and Correction Prof Dr Yusril Ihza Mahendra.
Malaysia's outgoing High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Dr Azfar Mohamad Mustafar says bilateral relations have deepened through collaborative navigation of pandemic and geopolitical pressures. He moves to UK posting.
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited Malaysia, pledging stronger bilateral engagement through enhanced institutional mechanisms and new cooperation frameworks in culture and counter-terrorism.
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Prime Ministers Anwar Ibrahim and Tarique Rahman pledged to reinvigorate political engagement through dormant bilateral mechanisms and establish updated labour migration protocols during Bangladesh's official visit to Malaysia.
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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman received an official welcome at Perdana Putra Complex during a two-day visit to Malaysia, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim leading discussions on bilateral relations and economic cooperation.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is visiting Malaysia at the invitation of PM Anwar Ibrahim, marking his first official bilateral trip abroad since taking office in February 2026.
Malaysia and Cambodia have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen cooperation in media and information sectors, covering news exchange, broadcasting, cybersecurity, and digital innovation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has concluded his official visit to Turkmenistan, describing the trip as instrumental in deepening bilateral relations and unlocking fresh opportunities in the energy sector between the two nations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov have pledged to deepen bilateral relations through a structured partnership framework, exchanging multiple agreements spanning energy, trade, Islamic finance and aviation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been formally received by Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the Presidential Palace in Ashgabat, with the two leaders holding talks to strengthen bilateral ties.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's second day in Turkmenistan features bilateral meetings with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, signing of multiple agreements spanning trade, energy, and science, and a joint business forum highlighting Malaysia's growing Central Asian engagement.
India and the United States have announced substantial headway in negotiations towards a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement, with US officials set to visit New Delhi next week to advance talks.
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Malaysia has formally endorsed Türkiye's bid to become an ASEAN Dialogue Partner, citing the country's strengthening economic engagement and strategic importance to the region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's two-day visit to Turkmenistan signals a strategic deepening of Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations, with particular focus on energy partnerships, transport infrastructure, and agricultural trade.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has outlined expanded cooperation opportunities between Malaysia and Uzbekistan during a transit meeting in Tashkent, covering energy, trade, investment and the halal sector.