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The US Pacific Command has pledged to maintain its presence in the South China Sea to ensure regional security and stability, while emphasizing support for ASEAN and international law principles including freedom of navigation and commerce.
The United States has reiterated its commitment to deepening defence ties with Malaysia, according to Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin following discussions with US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim during the 37th MILOPS conference in Kuala Lumpur.
President Trump has adopted a more conciliatory tone regarding alleged Chinese interference in US elections, describing past incidents as historical matters. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila this week.
Japan has committed to deepening regional cooperation on energy security and combating online scams at a foreign ministers meeting in Manila involving ASEAN nations, China, and South Korea.
Japan's ambassador to Malaysia has pledged closer security cooperation between the two nations, highlighting recent defence dialogues and joint military exercises in response to regional security challenges.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled by protesters at a World War II memorial event, reflecting public concern over Tokyo's departure from its traditional pacifist stance and military expansion plans.
Japan's updated Free and Open Indo-Pacific framework directly supports Malaysia's vision as a regional digital hub, with Japanese Ambassador Noriyuki Shikata highlighting alignment on AI, data security and semiconductor partnerships.