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Australia has unveiled the Australia Awards-Malaysia Semester Programme, a new scholarship initiative designed to expand opportunities for Malaysian students to pursue semester-long studies at Australian universities while strengthening people-to-people connections between the nations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia and Cambodia are strengthening strategic cooperation across digital economy, AI, halal industry, and food security during a bilateral visit.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn has arrived in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, with plans to attend the third Malaysia-Cambodia Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation meeting in Kuala Lumpur tomorrow.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn is in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, culminating in the resumption of the Malaysia-Cambodia Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation, dormant since 2006.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will undertake an official visit to Indonesia on August 3–4, marking the first such trip by a Thai PM in 15 years. The visit aims to deepen bilateral partnerships and prepare Thailand for its 2028 Asean chairmanship.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn will visit Malaysia from August 3 to attend the third Cambodia-Malaysia Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation meeting, with planned discussions covering multiple sectors and bilateral cooperation.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong hosted Malaysia's Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah at The Istana, reaffirming the nations' commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
Malaysia and Thailand have pledged to expand defence cooperation during high-level talks at Subang Air Base, with both nations emphasising their commitment to regional stability and addressing evolving security threats.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Bahrain's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa have reaffirmed their nations' commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation across all sectors.
Canada inaugurated the Gordie Howe International Bridge in a ceremony that excluded US officials, marking a stark display of deteriorating bilateral relations over tariffs and toll revenue disputes.
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan is travelling to Washington this week to meet US officials amid rising trade tensions. The visit coincides with expected US tariff announcements under Section 301 of the Trade Act.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has adopted an unconventional diplomatic style, performing musical numbers during high-level visits across Asia. His latest serenade to Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing continues a pattern of cultural engagement.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam concluded a three-day state visit to Malaysia, departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Monday afternoon. The visit reciprocated Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim's trip to Singapore earlier this year.
Singapore and Malaysia have committed to deeper cooperation in food security and energy during President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's inaugural state visit. Both nations also reaffirmed support for international maritime law and discussed climate adaptation initiatives.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam held a 90-minute audience with Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah at Istana Alam Shah in Klang as part of his three-day state visit to Malaysia, reinforcing bilateral ties between the two nations.
Princess Anne, sister of King Charles III, is visiting South Korea this week to commemorate the 75th anniversary of major Korean War battles involving British forces and to strengthen Anglo-Korean relations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that Malaysia and Singapore will soon finalise the master plan for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, underscoring progress in bilateral relations during Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's state visit.
Singapore's president has met with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during an official state visit to Malaysia, with discussions centring on strengthening bilateral relations and regional collaboration in the coming months.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim hosted Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam during a three-day state visit to Malaysia, with discussions centred on strengthening economic and diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will make his first state visit to Malaysia as president, arriving July 13 for a three-day official engagement that underscores deepening bilateral ties and regional economic partnership.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul jointly opened a modern road connecting Malaysia's Bukit Kayu Hitam immigration complex with Thailand's Sadao facility, enhancing bilateral ties and regional connectivity.
Prime Ministers Anwar Ibrahim and Anutin Charnvirakul delivered an impromptu musical performance of Frank Sinatra's 'My Way' during an official luncheon in Putrajaya, following bilateral talks between Malaysia and Thailand.
Malaysia and Thailand have signed a comprehensive agricultural cooperation agreement addressing food security, technology sharing, and human resource development, while resolving longstanding trade disputes over shrimp and barramundi exports.
Malaysia and Thailand have resolved longstanding fisheries market access disagreements and expedited their agricultural cooperation memorandum to come into force within one week, marking a breakthrough in bilateral food security efforts.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has signalled confidence that bilateral trade with Malaysia will reach US$30 billion by 2027, building on the current US$28 billion level that makes Malaysia Thailand's largest ASEAN trading partner.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrives in Malaysia this week for a two-day official visit focused on enhancing cross-border connectivity and agricultural cooperation between the two neighbouring nations.
France has signalled its willingness to partner with Malaysia on civil nuclear energy development, contingent on Malaysia's government decision. The offer comes as both nations deepen economic and political engagement.
Malaysia and Laos have celebrated their 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations, with both nations pledging to deepen collaboration in trade, investment and connectivity. Malaysia is now Laos's fourth-largest foreign investor.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will travel to Jakarta on July 6 for the second Singapore-Indonesia Leaders' Retreat with President Prabowo Subianto, focusing on deepening cooperation across emerging sectors including green economy and digital connectivity.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot wrapped up a two-day working visit to Malaysia, expressing confidence in strengthening bilateral relations and exploring fresh opportunities in halal, energy transition, and maritime cooperation.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is visiting Malaysia on July 9-10 to meet PM Anwar Ibrahim. The discussions are expected to focus on cross-border security challenges and strengthening economic ties between the two nations.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot says the Malaysia-EU Free Trade Agreement will unlock significant trade opportunities and economic growth for both regions, with negotiations expected to conclude within months.
Azerbaijani parliamentarians led by Vugar Bayramov visited Malaysia to strengthen ties with the Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara, while exploring expanded trade and investment opportunities with Malaysian business entities.
Malaysia and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation across legislation, governance, and strategic areas, following discussions between Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration and Correction Prof Dr Yusril Ihza Mahendra.