ASEAN member countries are focusing on strengthening economic fundamentals, collaboration, and enhancing intra-ASEAN

DAVOS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the emphasis on the great potential of the Asean region was the main message delivered in conjunction with his attendance at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Summit here.

Japan and Indonesia have pledged to deepen economic and defense ties during a visit by the Japanese prime minister

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has begun a tour of Malaysia and Indonesia as part of his effort to further strengthen defense and economic ties with Southeast Asia as threats from China rise in the region.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim navigated various discussions at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos, Switzerland, that ranged from light-hearted conversations about his favourite football club to the intricate dynamics of international relations and challenges and successes of regional integration.

There will always be border disputes in Asia, and China should not be singled out because of tensions in the South China Sea, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Wednesday.

He says Malaysia may have border issues with neighbours, but still manages to cultivate good relations. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The prime minister says the long-running conflict in Myanmar has impacted peace and security across the region.

DAVOS: As the chairman of Asean this year, Malaysia aims to prioritise energy and connectivity with a focus on building trust and inclusivity among member countries as well as engaging constructively with major global powers while safeguarding the bloc’s independence.

Asia Why are thousands of Indians dipping themselves in freezing river water? Thousands of Indians participated in the Maha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu festival that involves taking a holy dip in the confluence of sacred rivers.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the emphasis on the great potential of the Asean region was the main message delivered in conjunction with

As chairman of ASEAN 2025, Malaysia emphasised the region's special features including in the field of economy and trade at the WEF 2025 session this time, said Anwar. “It trades intra (ASEAN) and also as a trading force with the United States, China, Europe and with the BRICS.