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New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Australia's 2040 strategy aims to strengthen trade, investment ties with Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: Australia's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 lies at the core of its renewed commitment to strengthening two-way trade and investment with the Southeast Asia region, which is projected to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2040. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that enhancing engagement with Southeast Asia – particularly through rebuilding trust and deepening cooperation – has become a key priority for the government under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership. "It (Asean) is central to regional stability, guards against conflict and reinforces the rules and norms that protect us all," she said in a statement today. Noting that Australia is Asean's first Dialogue Partner and a Comprehensive Strategic Partner, Wong also commended the regional bloc's critical contribution to the country's aspirations for the region. She added that as Australia marks 70 years of diplomatic presence in Malaysia, she looks forward to meeting Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan to discuss ways to further strengthen economic, strategic and people-to-people ties between the two countries. She also reiterated Australia's strong support for Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship in 2025, noting that its theme on inclusivity and sustainability reflects shared values and common goals between both countries. In the same statement, Wong emphasised that she will reaffirm Australia's commitment to working with Asean on conflict prevention, as well as its steadfast support for multilateralism, rules-based trade and international law, during the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting and the ASEAN Regional Forum scheduled for tomorrow. Wong today attended the Post-Ministerial Conference (PMC) of the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meetings (AMM) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) here. The session, chaired by Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, was also attended by Mohamad, ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn, as well as foreign ministers from Asean member states and Timor-Leste. – BERNAMA
The Sun
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Australia's 2040 strategy to boost trade and investment with Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: Australia's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 underscores its commitment to deepening trade and investment ties with the region, projected to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2040. Foreign Minister Penny Wong highlighted the importance of rebuilding trust and enhancing cooperation as key priorities under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership. 'It is (ASEAN) central to regional stability, guards against conflict and reinforces the rules and norms that protect us all,' Wong said in a statement. She noted Australia's long-standing partnership with ASEAN, being its first Dialogue Partner and a Comprehensive Strategic Partner. As Australia celebrates 70 years of diplomatic presence in Malaysia, Wong expressed eagerness to meet Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan to explore ways to strengthen economic and strategic ties. She also reaffirmed Australia's support for Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, praising its focus on inclusivity and sustainability. During the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting and ASEAN Regional Forum, Wong will emphasise Australia's dedication to conflict prevention, multilateralism, and rules-based trade. She attended the Post-Ministerial Conference at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, joined by ASEAN leaders and Timor-Leste's representatives. - Bernama
Scoop
10-07-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Japan, NZ Working On Defence Logistics Agreement
Rt Hon Winston Peters Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon Judith Collins KC Minister of Defence New Zealand and Japan are developing a logistics agreement to support ongoing defence cooperation between our two countries, Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins have announced. 'Japan is a crucial partner for New Zealand,' Mr Peters says following a meeting with Japanese counterpart Iwaya Takeshi at the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Kuala Lumpur today. 'We are both committed to the international rules-based system, and to maintaining security and prosperity in our region.' Ms Collins says the Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreement will detail how our militaries can better support one another when undertaking exercises, training and other activities together. 'Our militaries are already doing more together, and the agreement will provide practical support to help enable this cooperation,' Ms Collins says. 'This is an important step as New Zealand pulls its weight on the world stage as it will ultimately strengthen our interoperability and ability to work closely with our partners.' The agreement will set out how logistical support, including the provision of supplies and services, will be managed when the New Zealand Defence Force and the Self-Defense Forces of Japan operate together. Examples include refuelling activities at sea using HMNZS Aotearoa, or the reciprocal provision of food or medical supplies during joint humanitarian assistance and disaster relief activities. New Zealand and Japan are also working on an Information Security Agreement which will provide a legal framework for sharing more classified information.
Borneo Post
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Anwar to meet with US Secretary of State Rubio tomorrow
Rubio will arrive in Kuala Lumpur Thursday, marking his first trip to Asia since taking office earlier this year. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (July 9): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will hold a meeting with the United States (US) Secretary of State Marco Rubio Thursday. 'I am meeting him tomorrow,' he replied briefly when asked about Rubio, who will be in Malaysia to attend the Asean-United States Post-Ministerial Conference, the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting and the 32th Asean Regional Forum (ARF) Foreign Ministers' Meeting, scheduled for July 10-11. Anwar was met after officiating the opening ceremony of the 58th AMM and related meetings at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) here, Wednesday. The American top diplomat will arrive here Thursday, marking his first trip to Asia since taking office earlier this year. He is scheduled to pay a courtesy call on Anwar. Earlier reports indicated that Marco Rubio is also expected to hold talks with senior Malaysian government officials during his visit, with a focus on reaffirming the United States' commitment to promoting a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region. – Bernama anwar asean Marco Rubio us
Scoop
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
Secretary Rubio's Travel To Malaysia
TAMMY BRUCE, DEPARTMENT SPOKESPERSON JULY 7, 2025 Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Kuala Lumpur July 8-12 to participate in the ASEAN-United States Post-Ministerial Conference, the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting, and the ASEAN Regional Forum Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He is also scheduled to meet with senior Malaysian government officials. In his first trip to Asia as Secretary of State, Secretary Rubio is focused on reaffirming the United States' commitment to advancing a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region. During this trip, the Secretary will highlight the strength of our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with ASEAN in delivering results for the American people and the people of Southeast Asia, as well as our commitment to building on our Comprehensive Partnership with Malaysia.
