Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Vietnamese President To Lam has characterized the relationship between Vietnam and Malaysia as increasingly dynamic, built on solid political foundations and expanding economic collaboration. Trade between the nations reached US$10.8 billion in the first half of 2026.
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan is travelling to Washington this week to meet senior US officials on trade and investment, as Seoul prepares for potential additional tariffs under US trade law.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam during an official state visit, with discussions covering bilateral trade and regional cooperation between the two closest ASEAN partners.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will make his first state visit to Malaysia as president, travelling from July 13 to 15. The visit reciprocates Sultan Ibrahim's trip to Singapore earlier this year.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is visiting Malaysia this week for a two-day official trip to strengthen bilateral relations and inaugurate new border infrastructure with counterpart Anwar Ibrahim.
Pakistan and Türkiye have pledged to strengthen economic cooperation, aiming for $5 billion in annual bilateral trade. The commitment covers energy, transportation, digital infrastructure, and critical minerals following high-level talks in Istanbul.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia on July 9-10 to meet PM Anwar Ibrahim, with discussions expected to centre on cross-border security challenges and strengthening economic partnerships between the two nations.
Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot arrives in Malaysia this week for high-level discussions on renewable energy, rare earth elements, and halal industry partnerships, marking his first visit since taking office.