KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Growing investment and ties between Southeast Asia’s 10-member bloc and the oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries reflect increasing confidence in the long-term prospects of the partnership between both groupings, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — The joint initiatives under the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-Eaga) have played a vital role in narrowing the development gap within the subregion.

BEIJING, May 27 — As the global economic uncertainty rages on following the United States’ sweeping tariffs, China sees the inaugural Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur today not merely as a diplomatic gathering but a pivotal moment in the rise of the Global South.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Malaysia’s iconic capital continues to be in the international diplomatic spotlight as the 46th Asean Summit and Related Summits enter their final day today.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted a gala dinner last night in conjunction with the 46th Asean Summit, the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the Asean-GCC-China Summit, celebrating unity, diplomacy and the region’s rich cultural heritage.

By Yasmin Ramlan KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Asean nations must place greater focus on preparing youth for the future by developing a modern education ecosystem and promoting labour mobility across the region, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Speaking to reporters after...

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Youth delegates from Asean members have urged regional leaders to adopt bold and inclusive policies to advance youth empowerment, sustainable development, and regional resilience during the 4th Asean Youth Dialogue.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today hailed “significant” steps to engage warring sides in Myanmar, as regional leaders met for talks to address the protracted conflict and offset global trade uncertainty from United States President Donald Trump’s tariff threats.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Timor Leste is optimistic about securing full Asean membership by the end of the year, possibly in October.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Malaysia, as Asean Chair for 2025, has called on member states to step up regional cooperation to drive a fair, secure and inclusive energy transition, in line with climate goals and the region's growing energy demand.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that quiet engagement has played an effective role in addressing the ongoing crisis in Myanmar.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — The Asean Summit, the highest policy-making body of the regional bloc, kicked off today with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim calling on member states to stand united in defending multilateralism amid rising protectionism and a shifting global...

ABU DHABI, May 26 — Hari Raya Aidiladha is expected to fall on Friday, June 6 in most Islamic countries, according to the International Astronomical Centre.

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — The decision by all major stakeholders in Myanmar to participate in direct engagement with Asean leaders marks a significant step forward in efforts to resolve the country’s protracted conflict, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — Malaysia and Laos reiterated their strong support for Timor Leste’s full Asean membership and called for intensified, inclusive efforts to address Myanmar’s prolonged crisis.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Malaysia has called on Asean to speak firmly and collectively in defence of international law, citing the crises in Gaza and Myanmar as tests of the bloc’s moral responsibility.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — A striking 320m floral tunnel erected at the patio area of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) is more than mere decoration — it symbolises Malaysia’s warm welcome to Asean leaders attending the 46th Asean Summit tomorrow and Tuesday.

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 — Laos Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone who is on a three-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here today.

SEPANG, May 25 — Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrived here today to begin his first official visit to Malaysia, ahead of the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings in Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Asean Foreign Ministers have commended Malaysia’s proactive role in reviving efforts to implement the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) and facilitating constructive dialogue to address the ongoing crisis in Myanmar.