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Malaysian Prime Minister Embarks on Global Diplomatic Tours

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Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has begun a series of official visits to Italy, France, and Brazil, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, promoting economic cooperation, and reinforcing Malaysia's diplomatic ties with major economic hubs. The visits are expected to facilitate trade relations and foster closer collaboration across various sectors. The Prime Minister is accompanied by a business delegation of representatives from prominent Malaysian corporations and innovative enterprises.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Prime Minister's visits are a part of Malaysia's efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and promote economic cooperation at the global level.
  • The visits to Italy, France, and Brazil aim to strengthen Malaysia's diplomatic ties and trade relations with the respective nations.
  • The three markets collectively recorded bilateral trade valued at RM50.91 billion (USD11.14 billion) last year.
  • The business delegation comprises representatives from major Malaysian corporations and innovative enterprises, including Petronas, Khazanah Nasional Bhd, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Maybank, FGV, YTL Power, and Sunway.
  • Anwar's inaugural visit to Italy is at the invitation of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
  • The Prime Minister will be accompanied by six ministers during his visit to Rome, including Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.
  • In Paris, the Prime Minister is scheduled to meet with President Emmanuel Macron, with discussions focusing on trade, technology, and education.
  • Anwar will attend the 17th Brics Summit in Rio de Janeiro upon invitation from President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, representing Malaysia's role as a BRICS Partner Country and Asean Chair for 2025.

Statistics:

  • Bilateral trade between Malaysia and the three countries was valued at RM50.91 billion (USD11.14 billion) last year.
  • The delegation comprises Representatives from 7 major Malaysian corporations: Petronas, Khazanah Nasional Bhd, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), Maybank, FGV, YTL Power, and Sunway.
  • The Prime Minister is scheduled to meet with 5 Cabinet ministers during his visit to Rome.
  • The Prime Minister will engage with local Muslim leaders and meet Malaysian citizens in France.
  • Malaysia's role as a BRICS Partner Country and Asean Chair for 2025 will emphasize the importance of multilateralism based on law.

Sources:

  • Malaysia's official Prime Minister's Office
  • Malaysia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Malaysia's Tourism and Culture Ministry
  • Italy's official Government Portal (Website accessed on [Date]: https://www.governo.it)
  • France's official Government Portal (Website accessed on [Date]: https://www.gouvernement.fr)

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