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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, from Putrajaya, delivers Malaysia's sincere and compassionate message of solidarity to the people and Government of Timor-Leste in their time of mourning.
Malaysia has condemned Israeli violations at Al-Aqsa Mosque and illegal settlement expansion during a ministerial gathering of Arab and Islamic countries, reaffirming its commitment to Palestinian self-determination and an independent Palestinian state.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has written to Tunisian President Kais Saied requesting the release of political leader Sheikh Rached Ghannouchi, citing humanitarian concerns in his personal appeal.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit on October 2-4, marking the first time the race has been held outside the Kingdom since its 2004 inception, underpinned by strong diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Prak Sokhonn will visit Malaysia from August 3 to attend the third Cambodia-Malaysia Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation meeting, with talks planned on deepening regional partnership across multiple sectors.
A Malaysian has died in a violent street confrontation between foreign nationals in South Korea's North Chungcheong Province. Another Malaysian has been apprehended by local authorities as investigations into the early Sunday incident continue.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reiterated Washington's openness to diplomatic engagement with Iran, though he cautioned that Tehran must demonstrate serious intent for talks to succeed.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that a Malaysian Petronas vessel has received clearance to traverse the Red Sea and will dock in Melaka next month, highlighting the government's diplomatic success in navigating geopolitical tensions.
President Trump has adopted a more measured tone regarding allegations of Chinese election interference, days before US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila for talks on the sidelines of ASEAN meetings.
Myanmar's full reintegration into ASEAN official meetings remains a distant prospect, according to Philippine Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro, who cited ongoing concerns about the junta's adherence to the bloc's Five-Point Consensus framework.
A Columbia University Middle Eastern studies professor has defended Malaysia's longstanding refusal to establish diplomatic relations with Israel, characterizing it as a principled opposition to genocide rather than antisemitism.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reversed his earlier position, acknowledging he lacks the legal authority to detain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes if the Israeli leader visits the city.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have committed to sustaining diplomatic communications through international organisations, following talks in Manila that also covered space agency cooperation.
Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand outlined shared concerns about global instability during Post-Ministerial Conferences with ASEAN in Manila, pledging deeper cooperation on digital transformation, AI and economic resilience.
South Korea's foreign ministry has confirmed a significant data breach affecting approximately 10,000 records of current and retired diplomats at a government-run training academy. The breach was discovered in early February.
Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng calls for careful diplomacy to resolve the Network School controversy without compromising Malaysia's Palestinian stance or damaging US relations.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed that Chinese President Xi Jinping's scheduled visit to the United States will proceed in September as planned, despite escalating tensions between the two superpowers over election interference allegations.
Four European nations have been formally accepted as members of ASEAN's Treaty of Amity and Cooperation, reflecting growing international endorsement of the bloc's regional stability framework.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has congratulated Andy Burnham on his appointment as UK Prime Minister, expressing confidence in strengthening bilateral ties across defence, technology and innovation.
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi the nation's highest state honour during an official visit, acknowledging India's pivotal role in deepening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
France has reaffirmed its backing for the International Criminal Court, dismissing American concerns that the institution threatens national sovereignty. The stance comes after US criticism and efforts to limit the court's authority.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has concluded a three-day state visit to Malaysia, departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The visit reciprocated Malaysia's King's trip to Singapore in May and underscored the strong diplomatic relationship between the two countries.
France and Malaysia are expanding bilateral cooperation across trade, investment and education to build bridges in an increasingly fractured world, French Ambassador Marc Abensour said at National Day celebrations in Kuala Lumpur.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's reliance on the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and negotiations to settle maritime disputes, citing successful joint development models with Vietnam and Thailand.
Malaysia's Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir will represent the government at Qatar's official state mourning for the late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani from July 13-14.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu have journeyed to Qatar to express condolences over the passing of former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died at 74.
Vietnam has pledged to work closely with ASEAN to support Myanmar's efforts towards political stability, economic revival, and combating transnational crimes. The commitment was made during a landmark foreign ministers' meeting in Bangkok.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued an urgent appeal for Iran and the United States to halt military operations in the Gulf and resume diplomatic negotiations amid escalating regional tensions.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will undertake a three-day state visit to Malaysia from July 13 to 15, marking his first official visit since taking office in September 2023. The visit reciprocates His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim's May 2024 visit to Singapore.
China's unilateral visa-free policies have propelled foreign arrivals to unprecedented levels, with nearly 46 million international visitors in the first half of 2026. The strategic diplomatic initiative is reshaping travel patterns across Asia.
Thailand will host two informal ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meetings in Bangkok to discuss Myanmar's political situation and advance collective efforts under the Five-Point Consensus framework.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan has called on the Islamic world to respond to Gaza's humanitarian crisis by committing to universal principles of justice and compassion, arguing Muslims must shape the future rather than merely react to global events.
Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has urged the world to harness Islamic civilisation's intellectual heritage and values as a foundation for combating conflict, extremism and Islamophobia while advancing peace through education and scientific cooperation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's unwavering commitment to maintaining an independent, proactive, and non-aligned foreign policy stance despite mounting regional and global pressures.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu will represent Malaysia at the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran tomorrow.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil held talks with Malaysia's newly-appointed Ambassador to Lebanon, Anwar Udzir, to strengthen working relations and discuss Malaysia's international interests.
French President Emmanuel Macron wore distinctive aviator sunglasses while meeting Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on Monday, citing an eye condition. The eyewear previously drew international attention at Davos.