Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin (2nd from the left) and Japan’s Defence Minister Gen Nakatani (2nd from the right) At Shangri-La Dialogue 2025, Malaysia signals balanced diplomacy, deepens Indo-Pacific defence ties, and embraces ASEAN–EU cooperation. By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH SINGAPORE, June 5 – At a time when global fault lines are…
Despite lofty declarations, Dr. James Gomez warns ASEAN’s rigid structure and weak Myanmar stance threaten its future relevance. By Tengku Noor Shamsiah Tengku Abdullah KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 – The 46th ASEAN Summit, hosted in Kuala Lumpur from May 26–27, marked a pivotal moment in Malaysia’s 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship. Held under the theme “Inclusivity and…
From trilateral diplomacy to trade breakthroughs and Timor-Leste’s accession, Kuala Lumpur delivers ASEAN’s most action-driven summit in years — setting a new standard for regional leadership and unity. By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — The 46th ASEAN Summit, hosted under Malaysia’s 2025 Chairmanship, has wrapped up in Kuala Lumpur with…
image credit MFA Malaysia Hosts Historic Trilateral Gathering to Unlock Economic Potential Across Asia and the Gulf By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 — A new trilateral chapter in diplomacy and development was written today in Kuala Lumpur as leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Gulf Cooperation…
Malaysia Ready to Lead Regional Cooperation as Chinese Premier Li Qiang Lands in KL By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, May 26, 2025 — On the eve of a historic week in regional diplomacy, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim chaired the final high-level preparatory meeting for the 46th ASEAN Summit and…
