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BusinessToday
04-07-2025
- Politics
- BusinessToday
Indonesia's Foreign Minister To Attend ASEAN Meetings In KL
Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono is set to attend the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related key sessions in Kuala Lumpur next week, scheduled from July 8 to 11. According to Siddharto Suryodhipuro, Director-General for ASEAN Cooperation at Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sugiono will participate in a series of meetings, including regional dialogues and bilateral engagements with ASEAN's key partners. 'AMM is an important platform for Southeast Asia to discuss regional and global developments. Given the current international political dynamics, ministers are expected to deliberate on a wide range of issues, both directly impacting the region and those with broader global implications,' Siddharto said during a media briefing on Thursday. Sugiono will also co-chair the ASEAN-Australia Meeting alongside his Australian counterpart, in line with Indonesia's current role as ASEAN's coordinator for relations with Australia. Malaysia is chairing ASEAN for 2025, marking its fifth time leading the regional bloc after holding the post in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015. ASEAN comprises 10 member states: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Sugiono is also expected to attend the Conference on Cooperation among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development (CEAPAD), which will also be hosted by Malaysia. 'His active participation reflects Indonesia's sustained commitment to ASEAN and its efforts in promoting a peaceful, stable and prosperous Southeast Asia in line with national interests,' Siddharto added. Related
The Sun
04-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Indonesia's FM to attend ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR: Indonesia's Foreign Minister Sugiono will participate in the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related engagements in Kuala Lumpur next week. The meetings, scheduled from July 8 to 11, will focus on regional and global developments affecting Southeast Asia. Indonesia's Foreign Ministry Director-General for ASEAN Cooperation, Siddharto Suryodhipuro, confirmed Sugiono's attendance, highlighting the importance of the discussions. 'The AMM is an opportunity for Southeast Asia to address regional and global developments. Given the current dynamics in international politics, the ministers will discuss a range of issues, including those affecting Southeast Asia and global situations impacting the region,' he said. Sugiono is also set to co-chair the ASEAN-Australia meeting, reflecting Indonesia's role as ASEAN's coordinator for relations with Australia. Malaysia, hosting the event, currently holds the ASEAN chairmanship for 2025, marking its fifth leadership term since 1977. ASEAN's 10 member states—Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam—will be represented. Additionally, Sugiono is expected to attend the Conference on Cooperation Among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development (CEAPAD). Siddharto emphasised Indonesia's commitment to regional stability. 'With Sugiono's active participation, it reflects Indonesia's continued commitment to ASEAN and its efforts to promote a peaceful, stable and prosperous Southeast Asia in line with national interests,' he said. - Bernama
Malay Mail
10-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Anwar and Paetongtarn to hold joint Cabinet meeting at Bukit Kayu Hitam border, push for peace and trade ties
BANGKOK, May 10 — Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim have agreed to hold a joint Cabinet meeting later this year at the Sadao-Bukit Kayu Hitam border area. Paetongtarn, in a post on her official X account, said the matter was discussed during a phone conversation with Anwar on Thursday to address issues of mutual interest and concern between the two countries. 'We agreed to attend the opening of the new transborder road linking the new Sadao-Bukit Kayu Hitam checkpoints and to hold a joint Cabinet meeting there later this year,' she said. Paetongtarn said Thailand and Malaysia reaffirmed the importance of ending violence in Thailand's southern border provinces and strengthening collaboration to jointly develop the border areas of both sides. Paetongtarn said they also discussed ways to strengthen ASEAN cooperation amid global challenges in trade, as well as to provide humanitarian assistance and support efforts to restore peace in Myanmar. 'I will continue discussions with Prime Minister Anwar during the ASEAN Leaders' Summit later this month in Kuala Lumpur,' she added. Anwar paid a two-day working visit to Thailand last month, during which he met with Paetongtarn to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation on cross-border infrastructure projects, particularly in southern Thailand. During the visit, both prime ministers witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Construction Agreement (CA) for the Rantau Panjang - Sungai Kolok Bridge Project. In 2024, Thailand ranked as Malaysia's seventh-largest trading partner globally and the third-largest among ASEAN member countries, with trade valued at US$25.03 billion (RM114.56 billion). Between January and February 2025, bilateral trade amounted to US$3.96 billion (RM17.65 billion), an increase from US$3.67 billion (RM16.80 billion) recorded during the same period in 2024. — Bernama
