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Beyond Protocol: What PM Anwar's Condolences to Timor-Leste Really Mean

Strip away the protocol and what you find is simple and human: Malaysia under PM Anwar Ibrahim reaching across the sea to tell Timor-Leste it is not alone in grief.

22 Jun 2026 · 2 min read

Cambodia's Deputy PM Prak Sokhonn To Visit Malaysia For Joint Commission Talks

Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn will travel to Malaysia next week to chair the third Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation meeting, aimed at deepening ties across multiple sectors between the two nations.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Urges Tunisia to Release Ghannouchi on Humanitarian Grounds

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appealed directly to Tunisia's President Kais Saied to release detained political leader Sheikh Rached Ghannouchi, citing the 84-year-old's deteriorating health and humanitarian considerations.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Russia and US Agree to Maintain Diplomatic Channels Despite Tensions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have agreed to maintain official contacts between their respective foreign ministries, signalling a willingness to engage despite broader geopolitical tensions.

By Khairul Anuar · 23 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia's Stance Against Israel Is Principled Opposition to Genocide, Not Antisemitism, Says Scholar

A prominent Middle Eastern studies scholar from Columbia University has defended Malaysia's longstanding refusal to establish diplomatic ties with Israel as a principled opposition to genocide rather than antisemitism.

By Khairul Anuar · 23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Iran's Supreme Leader Says US Violation of Peace Accord Renders Trump's Signature Meaningless

Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei has declared that repeated US violations of a June peace memorandum demonstrate President Trump's commitments are worthless, as both sides exchange military strikes across the region.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Singapore President Tharman Concludes Three-Day State Visit to Malaysia

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has concluded his three-day state visit to Malaysia, departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on July 15. The visit reciprocated Sultan Ibrahim's May 2024 trip to Singapore and underscored bilateral ties.

By Khairul Anuar · 15 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Zambry Arrives in Doha to Pay Respects to Former Qatar Emir

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has travelled to Doha to represent Malaysia at the funeral of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar who passed away at 74.

By Khairul Anuar · 15 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Spain apologises over ex-PM's controversial remarks on France team's 'Frenchness'

Spain has formally apologised for remarks by former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy questioning whether France's national soccer team contained actual French players, with the government denouncing the comments as xenophobic and racist.

By Khairul Anuar · 14 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Myanmar's Defiance: What the Junta's Refusal to Let Asean Meet Aung San Suu Kyi Reveals About Regional Power

Myanmar's military regime has repeatedly denied Asean access to deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi, now 81 and imprisoned since 2021. The rejections signal the junta's belief that regional pressure is ineffective and that it can govern without Asean oversight or interference.

By Khairul Anuar · 13 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Thailand Narrows Alcohol Exemptions to Weddings and Diplomatic Events

Thailand has formally restricted alcohol consumption exemptions at normally prohibited venues to just two categories: wedding receptions and diplomatic events held according to established protocols, following a Prime Minister's Office notification.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to Make First State Visit to Malaysia

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will undertake a three-day state visit to Malaysia from July 13 to 15, his first since taking office in September 2023, reciprocating His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim's earlier visit to Singapore.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Pakistan PM Sharif To Attend Iranian Supreme Leader's Funeral

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will attend the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on July 4, accompanied by senior cabinet ministers including Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar Rejects Inevitability of South China Sea Conflict, Emphasises Dialogue Over Confrontation

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed predictions of inevitable conflict in the South China Sea, calling instead for dialogue and adherence to international law to maintain regional peace and stability.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Communications Minister Welcomes New Malaysian Ambassador to Lebanon

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil met with Malaysia's newly appointed Ambassador to Lebanon, Anwar Udzir, to strengthen working relations and discuss Malaysian interests at the international level.

By Khairul Anuar · 1 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia-Singapore Relations Strengthened Through Shared Challenges, Says Outgoing High Commissioner

Malaysia's outgoing High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Dr Azfar Mohamad Mustafar has highlighted the deepening relationship between both nations, built through navigating the pandemic and global uncertainties during his five-year tenure.

By Khairul Anuar · 27 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar Meets Gambian Islamic Scholar on Final Malaysia Visit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a farewell visit from Gambian scholar Sheikh Muhammad Haydara Al-Jilani, who concluded a month-long religious outreach programme across Malaysia. The meeting coincided with the Day of Ashura.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar's Strategic Visits to Russia and Turkmenistan Deliver Energy Security Wins for Malaysia

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic visits to Russia and Turkmenistan have yielded major energy agreements, including long-term crude oil supplies and PETRONAS gas block development rights, supporting Malaysia's development agenda.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Pakistan Defends Iran's Ballistic Missile Programme as Non-Negotiable Right

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has publicly backed Iran's right to maintain ballistic missiles, stating the weapons were never part of recent US-Iran peace negotiations brokered by Islamabad.

By Rajesh Kumar · 24 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Netanyahu completes testimony in corruption trials amid regional tensions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has finished testifying in his corruption trials, concluding months of legal proceedings while managing heightened diplomatic tensions over US-Iran relations and their implications for Middle Eastern security.

By Rajesh Kumar · 24 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Iran's Chief Negotiator Visits Oman to Discuss Strait of Hormuz Management Framework

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has arrived in Oman for diplomatic consultations on establishing a new framework for managing the Strait of Hormuz, following recent US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Bangladesh PM's Wife Enjoys Putrajaya Lake Cruise During Official Visit

Dr Zubaida Rahman, wife of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, experienced Putrajaya's scenic beauty during a lake cruise, welcomed by Malaysia's First Lady Dr Wan Azizah and Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh.

By Zarith Sofiah · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Scores Energy Wins in Russia, Turkmenistan Diplomacy

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's diplomatic missions to Russia and Turkmenistan have delivered significant outcomes including a 20-year oil supply agreement and a major gas field development role for Petronas, according to Malaysian cabinet ministers.

By Khairul Anuar · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Qatar and Pakistan Report 'Encouraging Progress' in US-Iran Diplomatic Breakthrough at Lake Lucerne Summit

Qatar and Pakistan have announced encouraging progress in mediated talks between the United States and Iran following the first round of high-level negotiations at the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland, with both sides agreeing on a 60-day roadmap toward a final agreement.

By Rajesh Kumar · 22 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Anwar Hosts Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman in Bilateral Visit

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, receiving ceremonial honours at Putrajaya's Perdana Putra Complex as both nations look to deepen bilateral engagement.

By Khairul Anuar · 22 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Arrives in Malaysia for Inaugural Official Visit

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has touched down in Malaysia for his inaugural official visit since assuming office, marking a significant moment in bilateral relations between the two nations.

By Khairul Anuar · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Iran and US Launch Technical Working Groups for Peace Negotiations in Switzerland

Negotiators from Iran, the United States, Pakistan, and Qatar have formed specialized technical groups at talks in Switzerland to hammer out final terms of a comprehensive peace agreement, with a target completion date of 60 days.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Iran and US Complete First Round of Mediated Talks in Switzerland

Iran and the United States have completed their first negotiating session in Switzerland, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan. The talks, led by senior officials from both nations, focused on implementing terms of a recent interim accord aimed at resolving regional tensions.

By Rajesh Kumar · 21 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman arrives for Malaysia visit to strengthen ties

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Malaysia for an official visit centred on deepening bilateral cooperation and exploring areas of mutual strategic interest between the two nations.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar's Personal Magnetism Proves Diplomatic Advantage in Moscow and Ashkhabad Engagements

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic missions to Russia and Turkmenistan highlight how his interpersonal skills and negotiating approach are becoming valuable tools in Malaysia's foreign relations strategy.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Ibrahim Visits Turkmenistan to Strengthen Economic and Diplomatic Ties

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic partnerships between the two nations.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Italy Bristles at Trump's Claims About Meloni Photo Op Request

Italy has reacted with considerable anger to reported remarks by US President Donald Trump, with Foreign Minister cancelling a planned American visit following the incident.

By Rajesh Kumar · 20 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman charts new diplomatic course with Malaysia and China visits

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is embarking on his first international trip since taking office, visiting Malaysia and China. The tour underscores Dhaka's efforts to diversify economic partnerships and rebuild regional relationships.

By Rajesh Kumar · 20 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Anwar welcomes US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough as positive sign for global stability

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed preliminary negotiations between the United States and Iran, viewing the development as encouraging for international peace efforts and regional security.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar Concludes Turkmenistan Tour, Arrives in Penang for Journalists' Day and Investment Push

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Penang following an official visit to Turkmenistan, with plans to participate in National Journalists' Day 2026 celebrations and other major investment-related events.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar Received with Full Ceremonial Honours during Historic Turkmenistan Visit

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been accorded full ceremonial honours during his inaugural official visit to Turkmenistan, with the Ashgabat Presidential Palace hosting formal welcome proceedings today.

By Khairul Anuar · 19 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar Pushes for Deeper ASEAN-Russia Strategic Partnership at Kazan Summit

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on ASEAN and Russia to deepen strategic cooperation across multiple sectors, emphasising dialogue and diplomacy as essential tools for resolving global tensions at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Russia and ASEAN Mark 35 Years of Strategic Partnership Amid Regional Challenges

Russia and ASEAN commemorated 35 years of diplomatic relations in Kazan, with President Putin underscoring their strategic partnership as a stabilising influence in the Asia-Pacific region amid growing geopolitical uncertainty.

By Rajesh Kumar · 18 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia Backs Türkiye's Bid for ASEAN Dialogue Partner Status

Malaysia has formally endorsed Türkiye's ambitions to secure ASEAN Dialogue Partner status, with the Malaysian ambassador emphasizing Turkey's growing strategic importance to Southeast Asia and both nations' shared commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation.

By Khairul Anuar · 18 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

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