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The Sun
08-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Brazil reaffirms long-term commitment to ASEAN partnership
KUALA LUMPUR: Brazil has reinforced its dedication to fostering a strong and progressive partnership with ASEAN, highlighting the bloc's role in promoting peace and economic integration. Maria Laura da Rocha, Brazil's Secretary-General of Foreign Affairs, emphasised the significance of the Brazil-ASEAN trilateral meeting as a key step in deepening engagement. 'The Brazil-ASEAN trilateral meeting is a milestone in Brazil's ever-closer engagement with ASEAN. Our shared objective is to steadily deepen this partnership,' she said during the second trilateral meeting between Malaysia, Brazil, and the ASEAN Secretariat. The meeting, held under Malaysia's 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship theme of 'Inclusivity and Sustainability,' was chaired by Malaysia's Foreign Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin. Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the Political-Security Community, Datuk Astanah Abdul Aziz, also attended. Rocha expressed optimism that the discussions would strengthen mutual trust and explore new avenues for collaboration. Meanwhile, Amran highlighted the potential for ASEAN and Brazil to work together on global issues such as multilateralism and peace. 'ASEAN and Brazil share the same aspirations for peace, stability, prosperity, equality, justice, and humanity,' he said. He also pointed to Brazil's contributions in sustainable energy and agriculture as key areas of cooperation. Amran stressed the importance of collective advocacy for conflict resolution, particularly in Gaza, urging accountability for violations of international law. He noted Brazil's role in supporting ASEAN's sustainability goals through biofuel projects and capacity-building initiatives. 'Together, ASEAN and Brazil will advance the interests of the Global South,' he added. - Bernama
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia strengthens ASEAN ties ahead of 58th AMM in Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin held bilateral discussions with senior officials from Laos and the Philippines in preparation for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings. The talks focused on aligning agendas, finalising joint documents, and ensuring seamless logistical arrangements. The meetings aimed to enhance coordination among ASEAN member states on key regional issues before ministerial-level discussions commence. Amran first met with Laos Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Phongsavanh Sisoulath, followed by Alternate SOM Leader ASEAN-Philippines Ana Marie L. Hernando. The 58th AMM, under Malaysia's 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability,' will include 24 ministerial-level meetings with ASEAN Dialogue Partners and Sectoral Dialogue Partners. Scheduled from July 8 to 11, the event is expected to host around 1,500 delegates, including foreign ministers from ASEAN states, Timor-Leste, and senior officials from the ASEAN Secretariat. Malaysia is hosting the AMM for the fifth time, having previously chaired ASEAN in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015. – Bernama
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Kuala Lumpur hosts ASEAN ministerial week after successful SOM
KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) concluded successfully today, setting the stage for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) starting this Tuesday. Foreign Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin confirmed smooth discussions among senior officials, with final preparations underway for the upcoming ministerial sessions. 'Hopefully, we have four more days, from Tuesday to Friday, to complete the full series of meetings,' Amran told reporters after the SEANWFZ (Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone Treaty) meeting. The packed agenda includes the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat and the ASEAN Plus One Post-Ministerial Conference with Dialogue Partners. As ASEAN Chair, Malaysia will also facilitate trilateral meetings involving the ASEAN Secretariat and four non-member nations: Norway, Switzerland, Brazil, and Turkiye. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan is set to hold bilateral talks with counterparts from ASEAN states and dialogue partners. Today's SOM saw participation from senior ASEAN foreign ministry officials, who reviewed key issues for the AMM. The 58th AMM, themed 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', will feature 24 ministerial-level meetings at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from July 8 to 11. Around 1,500 delegates, including foreign ministers from ASEAN, Timor-Leste, and dialogue partners, are expected. – Bernama
The Star
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
A busy four-day summit
All set for the big day:A KLCC staff adjusting the flags before the summit begins tomorrow. — AZMAN GHANI/The Star KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will take centre stage in regional diplomacy this week as it hosts the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Related Meetings, with top leaders from Asean and its dialogue partners gathering here for four days of high-level discussions. The four-day summit, which begins tomorrow, will see multiple multilateral meetings being held, including post-ministerial conferences with global powerhouses. Wisma Putra secretary-general Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin (pic) confirmed that all foreign ministers from Asean member countries and dialogue partners will be attending. 'Timor-Leste will also be attending this meeting as an observer,' he told the press during a curtain raiser session yesterday ahead of the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Related Meetings. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will open the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Related Meetings on Wednesday, which will be immediately followed by a plenary and retreat session. Other notable meetings being held include the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Commission. 'This remains a key focus at the Asean level, especially concerning whether nuclear weapon states will agree to the SEANWFZ protocol. 'Discussions are ongoing and there are indications we can achieve progress even though it has been a lengthy process,' Amran said. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan had previously said China and Russia have agreed to become signatories to the SEANWFZ, while the United States is currently reviewing the treaty before signing. The protocol of the treaty commits states with nuclear weapons to respect SEANWFZ and not contribute to any act that violates the treaty and its protocols; to not use or threaten to use nuclear weapons against states in the zone; and to not use or threaten to use nuclear weapons within the zone. Four trilateral meetings will also take place during the summit, involving Malaysia and the Asean Secretariat with Brazil, Norway, Switzerland and Turkiye. There will also be a signing ceremony of the Instrument of Accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South-East Asia involving Algeria and Uruguay, with Amran saying more countries are showing interest towards being part of it. More than 10 Asean Post-Ministerial Conferences will be held during the four-day meeting, including meetings with China, Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, Japan, Russia, South Korea, United States, United Kingdom and the European Union. The 26th Asean Plus Three Foreign Ministers' Meeting, 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting, 13th Mekong-ROK Cooperation Ministerial Meeting, 32nd Asean Regional Forum and 16th Mekong-Japan Cooperation Ministerial Meeting will also be held. The Fourth Conference on Cooperation Among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development is also set to take place during this meeting with the Asean Foreign Ministers' Interface Meeting with the Asean Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) Representatives also scheduled during the four-day meeting. Malaysia took over the Asean chairmanship on Jan 1 this year from Laos with the theme "Inclusivity and Sustainability", reflecting the country's commitment to fostering a united and prosperous Asean. This is Malaysia's fifth Asean chairmanship after having assumed the role in 1977, 1997, 2005 and 2015.
Barnama
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
58th AMM: Malaysia Lays Groundwork Through Strategic Bilateral Meetings
KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- Foreign Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Amran Mohamed Zin held four high-level bilateral meetings with ASEAN senior officials from Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand and Brunei on Sunday, in preparation for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings. The discussions centred on aligning agendas, finalising joint outcome documents and addressing logistical and protocol arrangements to ensure smooth proceedings. They also served to strengthen coordination among ASEAN member states on key regional issues ahead of ministerial-level deliberations. Amran began his engagements with Cambodian Secretary of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Kung Phoak, followed by Director General for ASEAN Cooperation at Indonesia's Foreign Ministry, Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro.
