Round-the-clock breaking news from Malaysia.
Ahead of his state visit, Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam emphasises that Malaysia-Singapore relations transcend transactional dealings, rooted instead in six decades of accumulated trust, shared cultural heritage, and a commitment to managing differences through dialogue.
Indonesian police raids uncovering millions in assets from a senior anti-corruption prosecutor have triggered a standoff between law enforcement agencies, with military deployment raising concerns about institutional tensions and civilian oversight.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that resolving Myanmar's ongoing political crisis requires inclusive engagement with all parties and respect for the Myanmar people's right to self-determination.
Iran's Health Ministry says at least 14 people died and 78 were wounded in US military operations across five Iranian provinces on July 8-9, 2026, while a ceasefire was supposedly in effect.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reaffirmed his government's commitment to resolving violence in the country's southern border provinces, pledging sustained cooperation with Malaysia to advance security and development in the region.
Malaysia's Chief of Defence Force visited the Cambodia-Thailand border in Banteay Meanchey province, underscoring Kuala Lumpur's commitment to regional stability and ASEAN border security monitoring.
Cambodia's defence ministry announced that four soldiers were injured when an explosive device detonated along its border with Thailand during a Sunday patrol operation in a cashew plantation area.
Beijing's sustained economic coercion of Japan following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan comments has strained the US-Japan alliance, with the Trump administration's muted response signalling shifting priorities in Asia that worry regional analysts.
Malaysia has assured Belgium that the South China Sea will remain open to international maritime traffic, with Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof emphasizing ASEAN's commitment to regional peace and neutrality.
An interim peace agreement between Iran and the United States lasted barely two weeks before both sides resumed military strikes and accusations of treaty violations, threatening global energy supplies and regional stability.
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan clarified that Malaysia's May delegation visit to Myanmar does not constitute recognition of the junta, but represents ASEAN's commitment to maintaining diplomatic channels during the ongoing crisis.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim chaired the 149th Meeting of Menteris Besar and Chief Ministers at Parliament, prioritising economic revival strategies as global tensions from Middle East conflicts create economic headwinds.
Iran announced Monday that four-party talks in Switzerland produced agreements on establishing monitoring mechanisms and addressing oil sales and frozen assets, moving closer toward final negotiations with the United States.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored Malaysia and Bangladesh's convergent stances on Palestine, Gaza, Iran and regional peace during talks with visiting Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman in Putrajaya.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has travelled to Switzerland to participate in technical-level talks between the United States and Iran, signalling Islamabad's diplomatic involvement in regional de-escalation efforts.
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Iran's president has indicated Tehran may be willing to formally commit in writing that it will not develop nuclear weapons, as fresh negotiations with the United States get underway in Switzerland following a recent memorandum of understanding.
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Iran and the United States have wrapped up their first direct negotiation session in Switzerland, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, to discuss implementing terms of a recent interim accord aimed at resolving regional tensions.
Foreign ministers from Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have jointly endorsed a US-Iran memorandum signed in Islamabad, framing it as a pivotal move toward reducing tensions in West Asia and addressing broader regional security concerns.
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High-level US and Iranian delegations convened in Switzerland on Sunday for technical negotiations aimed at implementing a ceasefire agreement signed earlier in the week, with Pakistan serving as mediator and discussions expected to address the broader Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed confidence that a US-Iran peace memorandum could resolve West Asia conflicts, citing encouragement from Pakistan's mediation efforts and Russian support during regional discussions.
Russia and ASEAN celebrated 35 years of diplomatic relations at a commemorative summit in Kazan, with President Putin describing their strategic partnership as a stabilising influence in the turbulent Asia-Pacific region.
China has praised Malaysia for its constructive efforts in advancing Code of Conduct negotiations for the South China Sea, with talks now entering a decisive phase. The ambassador noted strengthened bilateral ties following high-level exchanges.