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India Gazette
13-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
MoS Margherita holds talks with New Zealand FM at East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting
Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], July 13 (ANI): Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, on Sunday met Winston Peters, Foreign Minister of New Zealand on the sidelines of the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia. Margherita noted that India and New Zealand share vibrant relationship. In a post on X, he said, 'Pleased to meet H.E. Winston Peters, Foreign Minister of New Zealand on the sidelines of the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia. Fondly recalled my last meeting with H.E. Peters during my visit to Auckland in May. India and New Zealand share a vibrant multifaceted bilateral relationship.' Earlier, the duo had a bilateral meeting during which the two leaders discussed the entire spectrum of bilateral ties between India and New Zealand. Margherita paid an official visit to New Zealand and Fiji from May 8-12. Earlier on Saturday, Margherita addressed the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting, reaffirming India's steadfast commitment to the ARF process. He emphasized on Pakistan's role in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. In a post on X, he said, 'Addressed the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting, reaffirming India's steadfast commitment to the ARF process, the vibrancy of India's Act East Policy, and our vision for the wider Indo-Pacific. Articulated India's perspectives on navigating the evolving geopolitical landscape, including regional and global challenges. On terrorism, reiterated India's zero-tolerance approach and our right to defend our citizens against acts of terror. Underscored the pressing need for the international community to reject double standards, and to isolate and hold accountable those countries that shelter terrorists, provide them safe havens, or enable cross-border terrorism. Emphasized that the Pahalgam terror attack has undeniable linkages to Pakistan, and exposed Pakistan's pretence of calling for a so-called neutral investigation as a mere charade, given its lack of intent and sincerity to dismantle its terror infrastructure.' (ANI)
Barnama
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
New Zealand Backs ASEAN's Resolve For Nuclear-Free Region Amid Rising Global Tensions
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 -- New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters attends the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in conjunction with the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Friday. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED By Wan Muhammad Aslah Wan Razali KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 (Bernama) -- New Zealand has voiced firm support for ASEAN's continuous efforts to keep the region free of nuclear weapons, describing the Southeast Asian Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) Treaty as a vital pillar of regional peace and security. Its Foreign Minister Winston Peters said the treaty, which came into effect in 1997, is 'a tangible demonstration of ASEAN's deep-rooted wish' to prevent nuclear escalation, especially as nuclear-armed states continue to modernise and expand their arsenals amid growing global tensions. bootstrap slideshow 'We are a State Party to the Treaty of Rarotonga, which established the South Pacific nuclear-free zone. 'We also support other nuclear weapon-free zones and their importance in contributing to regional peace and security,' he said in a written response to Bernama on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings. Peters said New Zealand views SEANWFZ as part of a broader network of nuclear weapon-free zones across the southern hemisphere, including in Latin America, Africa, and the South Pacific. He stressed the importance of these zones in reinforcing global disarmament norms, especially at a time when strategic uncertainties are intensifying. 'It's even more critical that, as fellow members of nuclear weapon-free zone treaties, we continue to support each other in upholding their principles. 'It's also important that we continue to cooperate in support of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), which both our countries have joined,' he said.
Hans India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
MoS Margherita meets US Secretary of State in Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur: Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Friday met the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting (FMM) in Malaysia. "Delighted to meet US Secretary of State @secrubio on the sidelines of the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia," the Minister posted on X after the interaction. Earlier in the day, Margherita met the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Cambodia, Prak Sokhonn, discussing wide-ranging bilateral relations, including heritage conservation and development partnership. MoS Margherita expressed gratitude to Cambodia for its support in India's fight against terrorism. 'Delighted to have a meeting with Prak Sokhonn, Dy. PM and Foreign Minister of Cambodia on the sidelines of ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia. Discussed our multifaceted bilateral relations ranging from heritage conservation to development partnership. Also discussed my recent visit to Cambodia during which I had a number of productive engagements. Thanked Cambodia for its support in India's fight against terrorism,' Margherita said in a post on X. On Thursday, Margherita held a meeting with the Secretary General of ASEAN, Kao Kim Hourn, on the margins of the ASEAN-India FMM in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur. The MoS appreciated Hourn's personal commitment as the head of the ASEAN Secretariat in facilitating the implementation of decisions of leaders towards strengthening India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Margherita held separate meetings with Bui Thanh Son, Foreign Minister of Vietnam, and Sugiono, Foreign Minister of Indonesia, on the sidelines of the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference with India in Kuala Lumpur. Furthermore, the MoS met the Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, Theresa P. Lazaro, on the sidelines of ASEAN-India FMM. The leaders acknowledged the long-standing friendship and 75 years of diplomatic relationship between India and the Philippines, and discussed ways to further strengthen the bilateral cooperation. Margherita thanked the Philippines for its solidarity with India in its fight against terrorism. Earlier on Thursday, Margherita co-chaired the ASEAN-India FMM in Kuala Lumpur, during which the adoption of the new 2026-2030 ASEAN-India Plan of Action (POA) was also announced. MoS Margherita, as India's country coordinator, co-chaired the meeting with Theresa P. Lazaro, the Secretary of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines. "Adopted a new ASEAN-India Plan of Action for the year 2026-2030 with an aim to further expanding our cooperation and strengthening comprehensive strategic partnership. As we celebrate ASEAN-India Year of Tourism this year, we discussed ways and means for enhancing people-to-people relations further," Margherita said in a post on X. The MoS arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday night to participate in the ASEAN-India FMM at the invitation of the current ASEAN Chair, Malaysia.
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
ASEAN, dialogue partners prioritise Myanmar ceasefire over elections
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN and its dialogue partners have reiterated that elections in Myanmar are not a current priority, focusing instead on securing a lasting ceasefire and inclusive political dialogue to resolve the ongoing crisis. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan emphasised the need to fully implement ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus (5PC), which prioritises ending violence, delivering aid, and fostering dialogue among all stakeholders. Mohamad stated that holding elections without broad participation would only deepen instability. 'There's no point in having a partial election. It won't solve the problem – it will only make things worse,' he said after chairing the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. ASEAN has consistently urged Myanmar to fully comply with the 5PC before considering elections. The bloc has appointed special envoys to engage with all factions and push for a nationwide ceasefire. 'It must be expanded across Myanmar so that all its people can return to a normal life,' Mohamad added. - Bernama
The Star
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
East Asia Summit gains relevance amid global challenges, says Mohamad Hasan
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan speaks during the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in conjunction with the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. -Bernamapic KUALA LUMPUR: The East Asia Summit (EAS) has become increasingly relevant and vital since its inception 20 years ago, particularly amidst today's complex crises, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He noted that global and regional dynamics have shifted, posing challenges to the strength of the summit's member states. "From the outbreak of conflicts and rising great power competition, to economic fragmentation, rapid technological shifts, and transnational security threats. "These global and regional dynamics are shifting rapidly, testing the strength of our resolve and institutions, the clarity of our vision, and the resilience of our cooperation," he said in his opening remarks at the EAS on Friday (July 10) here. Mohamad emphasised that despite adversities, it is critical for member states to sustain the purpose and objectives of the Summit in promoting principled engagements and advancing common ground on shared concerns. As Chair, he expressed Malaysia's appreciation to the EAS participating countries for supporting priorities on fostering diplomacy, goodwill, and respect for international law. He added that the participating countries' combined economy reinforces the strategic importance of the Summit as a powerful platform for cooperation and shared prosperity. "With a combined nominal GDP of approximately USD68 trillion, the countries in this hall today account for over half of the global economy. "This economic weight reinforces the EAS's strategic importance, not only as a platform for dialogue, but as a powerful engine for cooperation, that broadens shared prosperity and enhances socio-economic resilience," he added. Mohamad also stated that Asean welcomes and supports all efforts towards peace, including in Ukraine and the Middle East, based on international law, international humanitarian law, and the United Nations Charter. "The longest conflict of modern history, rooted in the unjust and illegal occupation of the Palestinian Territory, must be brought to an end," he said. The EAS comprises eighteen participating countries, including 10 Asean Member States and Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, and the United States of America.
