Malaysia

Anwar, Trump discuss Malaysia’s role in regional peace ahead of Asean Summit next month

Malaysia, as Asean Chair, will continue to play a proactive role in ensuring regional peace, particularly concerning the Cambodia–Thailand issue.

Updated 8 months ago · Published on 25 Sep 2025 6:19PM

Anwar, Trump discuss Malaysia’s role in regional peace ahead of Asean Summit next month
Trump acknowledged Malaysia's success in facilitating the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand - September 25, 2025

AS ASEAN chair, Malaysia remains committed to continuing its proactive role in ensuring regional peace, following successful efforts to facilitate a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand.

In a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump earlier today, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised Malaysia’s commitment to promoting peace in South-east Asia.

"Trump acknowledged Malaysia's success in facilitating the ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand and described it as a major achievement that reflects Malaysia's credibility and Asean's resilience.

"I also conveyed my appreciation to him for the role played by the US in helping to achieve the ceasefire," Anwar said in a Facebook post today.

He stressed that Malaysia, as Asean Chair, will continue to play a proactive role in ensuring regional peace, particularly concerning the Cambodia–Thailand issue.

“Malaysia looks forward to President Trump’s presence at the Asean Summit next month, which will serve as an important platform to strengthen cooperation for regional peace, stability, and prosperity,” he said.

The phone call took place when Anwar was receiving a courtesy visit from US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and his delegation. - September 25, 2025

Related News

World / 4h

Does Iran have nukes?

World / 5d

Trump's health: Weighs 108kg, heart age 14 years younger, hands bruised from frequent handshakes – Doctor

Malaysia / 5d

Anwar - Sabah's special grant interim payment increased from RM600m to RM1.5b

Malaysia / 5d

Anwar to clarify Sabah 40 pct entitlement talks tomorrow

Malaysia / 1w

Johor state election: ‘I have not met Zahid yet’ - Anwar

Malaysia / 1w

RON95 remains at RM1.99, diesel supply stable until July - PM

Spotlight

Malaysia

Former head of a ministry's corporate communications unit acquitted of bribery charge

Malaysia

Two sisters die trapped in Johor house fire as escape routes cut off by flames

Malaysia

NS election speculation intensifies as Aminuddin granted audience with state ruler

Malaysia

Teenager who drove recklessly, causing death remanded for further investigation

Malaysia

Police looking for trio involved in violent armed robbery in Penang (video)

Malaysia

Family of five killed as car crashes into water pipe in Serian

Malaysia

'I was once spat on by a pakcik' — Marina denies fear of contesting Malay-majority seats

Malaysia

Jewellery shop among six premises destroyed in fire (video)

You may be interested

Malaysia

Minor earthquake shakes Kundasang as residents report feeling tremors

Malaysia

Toh Puan Na'imah’s legal team cautions against ‘dangerous’ application of SOSMA

Malaysia

Retiree loses nearly RM100k in TikTok investment scam after fraudsters target pension savings

Malaysia

Future cooperation between PAS and Bersatu determined next Monday - Annuar Musa

Malaysia

Care home worker jailed 36 years and caned for sexual offences against five boys

Malaysia

Tourist claims he was locked in car, threatened to pay RM300 from KLIA T2 to T1

By Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Malaysia

'I was once spat on by a pakcik' — Marina denies fear of contesting Malay-majority seats

Malaysia

Johor State Election: BN to launch machinery this Sunday