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Asia News Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Asia News Network
Malaysia PM Anwar begins week-long trade trip to Italy, France and Brazil
KUALA LUMPUR – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will embark on a week-long tour covering three major economic hubs – Italy, France and Brazil – to bolster economic, trade and strategic ties, according to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). The Prime Minister's senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said the official visits, from July 1 to 7, will include high-level meetings with counterparts in Rome, Paris and Rio de Janeiro, with the three markets collectively recording bilateral trade worth RM50.91bil last year. Anwar and his delegation, which includes senior officials and a business delegation, will travel via a chartered Malaysia Airlines flight. 'The government hopes a series of high-level meetings in Rome, Paris and Rio de Janeiro will strengthen friendships, boost trade and open up new opportunities for Malaysians and the Asean community,' he said during the PMO's daily briefing. In the Italian capital, the Prime Minister will hold a one-on-one meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the Chigi Palace. The meeting will provide an opportunity for both leaders to take stock of the current state of Malaysia-Italy relations and explore avenues to further strengthen cooperation, particularly in the fields of economy, defence technology and energy. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual concern, including the Asean-Italy Development Partnership, Asean-European Union Dialogue Relations and the situation in the Middle East. As Asean Chair for 2025, the Prime Minister will also highlight Malaysia's priorities and the regional grouping's efforts in addressing regional and global challenges. Anwar will also officiate the Malaysia-Italy Economic Partnership Roundtable, bringing together industry leaders from both Malaysia and Italy to explore opportunities for trade and investment collaboration. He is also scheduled to meet leaders of the local Muslim community and engage with the Malaysian diaspora in Italy. In Paris, Anwar is scheduled to meet French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss various issues, including trade, technology and education, said Tunku Nashrul. 'In addition to a business roundtable meeting with major French industry players, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to deliver a public lecture at Sorbonne University on July 4,' he said. In Rio de Janeiro, Anwar will attend the BRICS Summit on the invitation of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. 'Malaysia's participation as a BRICS partner country and Asean chairman in 2025 will focus on international laws, the governance of artificial intelligence, and climate, among others,' Tunku Nashrul said. Malaysia officially attained BRICS partner country status on Jan 1. Tunku Nashrul said the Prime Minister will be accompanied by several Cabinet ministers and a business delegation comprising corporate giants and innovative Malaysian enterprises. 'Some of these companies are already operating and have business interests in Italy, France or Brazil. Others are exploring new investment opportunities to expand their global networks,' he said. On how the business delegation was chosen, Tunku Nashrul said the selection was managed by the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti), following approval from the Prime Minister. 'This is an established practice through the involvement of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) and the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade), which act as facilitators for Malaysian and foreign companies to pursue investments or joint ventures, particularly through business roundtable meetings with industry leaders in the countries visited,' he said. Among the companies that will be part of the delegation are Khazanah, Tenaga Nasional Bhd, Maybank, CIMB, AirAsia, Sunway and Weststar. Tunku Nashrul said the decision to use a chartered flight instead of a government aircraft was made to ensure greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness. 'Given the tightly packed itinerary across three countries, the chartered flight enables the delegation to minimise long transit times and make the most of their time on the ground. It is also more economical than operating a full government aircraft for the duration of the trip. 'Travelling on the same flight will ensure punctual attendance of both government and business delegates at all scheduled meetings and engagement sessions,' he said.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
PM Anwar leads trade mission to Italy, France, Brazil from July 1-7
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will embark on an official visit to Italy, France, and Brazil from July 1 to 7, aiming to enhance Malaysia's economic and diplomatic relations. The trip includes his participation in the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Senior press secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah stated that these visits target key economic hubs—Rome, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro—to foster stronger bilateral ties. Last year, Malaysia's trade with these nations reached RM50.91 billion (USD11.14 billion). 'These engagements will accelerate growth in trade, technology, education, and cultural exchange,' Tunku Nashrul said during the Prime Minister's Office briefing. In Italy, Anwar will meet Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss economic collaboration and cultural initiatives. A Business Roundtable will gather industry leaders, while discussions with Muslim community leaders and Malaysian expatriates will strengthen people-to-people connections. In France, Anwar is scheduled to meet President Emmanuel Macron, focusing on trade, tech, and education. He will also deliver a public lecture at Sorbonne University on July 4. From July 5-7, Anwar will attend the BRICS Summit in Brazil at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Malaysia's role as a BRICS Partner Country and ASEAN Chair 2025 will highlight multilateral cooperation, AI governance, climate action, and global health. A business delegation, including Petronas, Khazanah Nasional, Sunway, and Maybank, will accompany the Prime Minister. The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) oversees the delegation, ensuring government and private sector synergy for investment expansion. Anwar returns on July 9 before attending the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Kuala Lumpur. 'The MADANI Government hopes these meetings will deepen friendships, boost trade, and create new opportunities for Malaysians and ASEAN,' Tunku Nashrul said.
Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
PM Anwar To Lead Malaysian Trade Mission To Three Major Economic Hubs From July 1-7
GENERAL PUTRAJAYA, June 30 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to undertake an official visit to three countries, namely Italy, France, and Brazil, from tomorrow until July 7, which will include his participation at the 17th BRICS Summit. Senior press secretary to the Prime Minister, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, said the visits to these major economic hubs - Rome, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro - aim to strengthen Malaysia's diplomatic ties and trade relations with the respective nations. He said these three markets collectively recorded bilateral trade valued at RM50.91 billion (USD11.14 billion) last year. 'The visits present opportunities for rapid growth in sectors such as the economy, culture, technology, and education,' he said during the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Daily Briefing today. In Italy, according to Tunku Nashrul, the Prime Minister is slated to hold a bilateral meeting with his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni to advance economic cooperation and pioneer joint cultural initiatives. A Business Roundtable will convene industry leaders from both countries, while dialogues with local Muslim community leaders and meetings with the Malaysian diaspora will highlight people-to-people connections and showcase Malaysian talent in Europe. In France, the Prime Minister is scheduled to meet with President Emmanuel Macron, with discussions focusing on trade, technology, and education. 'In addition to the roundtable with France's industrial giants, the Prime Minister will engage with local Muslim leaders, meet Malaysian citizens in France, and deliver a public lecture at Sorbonne University on July 4,' said Tunku Nashrul. He said from July 5 to 7, the Prime Minister will be in Rio de Janeiro to attend the 17th BRICS Summit upon invitation from President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Anwar making week-long official visit to Italy, France and Brazil
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will embark on a week-long tour from July 1 to 7 covering three major economic hubs, namely Italy, France and Brazil, to bolster economic, trade and strategic ties, says the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). The senior press secretary to the Prime Minister Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said the official visit will include high-level meetings to meet Anwar's counterparts in Rome, Paris and Rio de Janeiro, with the three markets collectively recording bilateral trade of RM50.91bil in 2024. Anwar and his delegation, which includes senior officials and a business delegation, will travel via a chartered Malaysia Airlines flight. "The Madani government places high hopes that the series of high level meetings in Rome, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro, will strengthen friendships, boost trades and open up new opportunities to benefit Malaysians and the Asean community," he said during the Prime Minister's Office daily briefing on Monday (June 30). In Rome, Tunku Nashrul said Anwar would hold a one-on-one meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss bilateral economic agenda and initiate joint cultural initiatives. He added that a business roundtable meeting would also be held to bring together industry leaders from both countries as well as a dialogue with leaders of the Islamic community and a meeting with the Malaysian diaspora. In Paris, Anwar is scheduled to meet French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss various issues including trade, technology and education, said Tunku Nashrul. "In addition to a business roundtable with major French industry players, the Prime Minister will also hold dialogues with the Islamic community and engage with the Malaysian community in France. "He is also scheduled to deliver a public lecture at Sorbonne University on July 4," said Tunku Nashrul. In Rio de Janeiro, Anwar will attend the BRICS summit on the invitation of Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. "Malaysia's participation as a BRICS partner country and Asean chairman 2025 will emphasise on the international law, governance of artificial intelligence, climate, among others," he said. "Anwar and his delegation are expected to arrive back in Kuala Lumpur on July 9 and will proceed to attend the Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting the same day," he added. BRICS comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. The bloc has been expanded with five additional members namely Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Malaysia officially attained BRICS partner country status on Jan 1.
The Star
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Don't punish students over protest stunt, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Higher Education Ministry and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) not to hinder the academic progress of students involved in a recent anti-corruption rally, which included the burning of a caricature resembling him. Senior Press Secretary to the Prime Minister, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said during the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) daily briefing that the students' actions at the Gempur Rasuah Sabah 2.0 rally on Saturday should be viewed in the context of youths courageously expressing their views on issues of integrity and corruption. He said the act of burning the caricature during the assembly was a symbol of unwavering reform, and as a former student activist and reformist himself, the Prime Minister consistently defends freedom of expression as enshrined in the Constitution. 'This incident reminds us of the people's deep hope for corruption to be eradicated from its roots. 'The Prime Minister himself emerged from the student movement and once led reformist demonstrations in the streets, so he truly understands that voice. 'He has witnessed that criticism, no matter how harsh, is an essential part of celebrating democracy,' Tunku Nashrul said, Bernama reported. The Suara Mahasiswa UMS group had organised the rally, which involved marching through Kota Kinabalu city carrying placards highlighting various issues in Sabah, such as corruption and the state's water supply. During the rally, a caricature of Anwar was set on fire. Tunku Nashrul said Anwar emphasised that the spirit of change begins with the courage of young people to speak the truth, grounded in facts and with sincere intent. 'On the government's part, the reform commitment remains strong (and) already being translated into real, actionable steps. 'This commitment will not stop here and will continue to be refined and implemented in a structured manner,' he said.
