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Barnama
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Trump Confirms Attendance At 47th Asean Summit In Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) – United States (US) President Donald Trump has confirmed his attendance at the 47th ASEAN Summit, scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur this October. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during the presentation of the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13) in Parliament today. bootstrap slideshow The confirmation follows an official invitation extended to Trump via US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his courtesy call at the Prime Minister's Office on July 10. 'I would like to inform the House that at 6.50 a.m., I had the opportunity to speak with President Trump over the phone. 'He expressed his deep appreciation for Malaysia's effective and commendable role in helping to resolve the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia,' he said. The conversation also touched on trade issues, including tariffs and ongoing negotiations between the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the United States Trade Representative as well as the US Secretary of Commerce. 'Following my explanation, he has decided to review the tariff rates imposed on Malaysia by tomorrow at the latest,' Anwar said. Rubio, who was in Kuala Lumpur in July to attend the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) under Malaysia's chairmanship of ASEAN 2025, said the Washington administration was working to finalise a suitable date for Trump's visit to Malaysia.
Barnama
22-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
New Zealand Increases Postgraduate Scholarships for Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 Bernama) -- More Malaysians will now have the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies in New Zealand following an increase in the number of Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship offered to Malaysians. The New Zealand High Commission in Malaysia, in a statement o Tuesday, said the allocation for Malaysians has been increased from two to 39 per year for the next three years, as announced by New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and related meetings, held here on July 10. The High Commission said the expanded offering also marks a strategic milestone in bilateral relations as both countries seek to strengthen ties in education and trade.
Barnama
18-07-2025
- Politics
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Switzerland Deepens Asean Ties Ahead Of 10th Anniversary Of Sectoral Dialogue Partnership
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 -- Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of Switzerland, Ignazio Cassis speaks during the Trilateral Meeting between Malaysia, Switzerland, and the ASEAN Secretariat in conjunction with the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings today. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) By Maizatul Jamny Muhammad Rosli KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- As ASEAN and Switzerland mark a decade of their sectoral dialogue partnership next year, both sides have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation in areas where Switzerland offers distinct value and expertise. Ignazio Cassis, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of Switzerland, said that the country is strengthening its strategic engagement with Southeast Asia through enhanced economic partnerships, multilateral cooperation, and sustained support for peace and development in the region. bootstrap slideshow Switzerland became an ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner in 2016. Building on this foundation, Switzerland has recently been taking a more strategic approach by releasing its first-ever Southeast Asia strategy in 2023 and, most recently, the Asia G20 strategy. In both, ASEAN is considered a key regional actor. 'We are pleased with this partnership and the achievements we have accomplished together. Looking ahead, we remain committed to nurturing this valuable partnership in those areas where Switzerland can bring added value,' Cassis told Bernama. At the same time, Cassis said Switzerland has reaffirmed its global role as a neutral mediator in promoting peace and stability, including in Southeast Asia, by leveraging its long-standing tradition of dialogue and diplomacy to become a trusted bridge-builder in complex geopolitical situations. He said the country's commitment was further underscored by its first-ever term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for 2023-2024. Switzerland made meaningful contributions during this time of significant global tensions. 'We focused on key priorities: protecting civilians, building sustainable peace, addressing climate-related security risks, and enhancing the Council's effectiveness,' he said, adding that the outcomes are expected to have an impact beyond this tenure.
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Thailand commends Malaysia's effective ASEAN Chairmanship at 58th AMM
BANGKOK: Thailand has commended Malaysia, as the current ASEAN Chair, for successfully hosting a constructive 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) in Kuala Lumpur. The Director-General of the Department of ASEAN Affairs, Bolbongse Vangphaen, said Malaysia's chairmanship had effectively managed the series of meetings, which focused on highly positive and forward-looking agendas. 'I believe this meeting has essentially fulfilled its objective of promoting constructive and positive engagement among all major powers, while also advancing practical cooperation within the ASEAN region,' he said during a press briefing here on Wednesday. Bolbongse emphasised that the meeting was particularly timely in light of the current global context, marked by significant geopolitical and geoeconomic uncertainties. He noted that Thailand's Foreign Minister, Maris Sangiampongsa, reaffirmed the importance of multilateralism and an international order based on international law, which would contribute to regional peace, stability, and resilience. 'ASEAN, of course, seeks to maintain its strategic autonomy while simultaneously strengthening its external relations,' he added. Bolbongse further explained that one of the key issues raised by nearly all countries at the AMM was the growing threat of cybercrime and online scams. 'This is an issue that affects everyone in the region - it poses both economic and human security threats. 'Thailand has made it a national priority to address and combat these transboundary crimes, and the issue has received strong support from all participating countries,' he said. The 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings took place from July 8 to 11 under Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship 2025, held under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability'. The series featured more than 20 ministerial-level meetings, involving ASEAN dialogue and se
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Politics
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Thailand Commends Malaysia's Effective ASEAN Chairmanship At 58th AMM
By Kenny Teng BANGKOK, July 16 (Bernama) -- Thailand has commended Malaysia, as the current ASEAN Chair, for successfully hosting a constructive 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) in Kuala Lumpur. The Director-General of the Department of ASEAN Affairs, Bolbongse Vangphaen, said Malaysia's chairmanship had effectively managed the series of meetings, which focused on highly positive and forward-looking agendas. bootstrap slideshow 'I believe this meeting has essentially fulfilled its objective of promoting constructive and positive engagement among all major powers, while also advancing practical cooperation within the ASEAN region,' he said during a press briefing here on Wednesday. Bolbongse emphasised that the meeting was particularly timely in light of the current global context, marked by significant geopolitical and geoeconomic uncertainties. He noted that Thailand's Foreign Minister, Maris Sangiampongsa, reaffirmed the importance of multilateralism and an international order based on international law, which would contribute to regional peace, stability, and resilience. 'ASEAN, of course, seeks to maintain its strategic autonomy while simultaneously strengthening its external relations,' he added. Bolbongse further explained that one of the key issues raised by nearly all countries at the AMM was the growing threat of cybercrime and online scams. 'This is an issue that affects everyone in the region - it poses both economic and human security threats.
