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BusinessToday
31-07-2025
- Business
- BusinessToday
Malaysia, Indonesia Make Significant Strides On Border Issues And Strengthen Trade
Malaysia and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations across political, economic, and socio-cultural spheres at the 13th Annual Consultation held between Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim and President Prabowo Subianto. The two leaders touched on various issues while emphasising the importance of continued cooperation rooted in deep historical and cultural ties. Among them, both leaders welcomed significant strides in maritime boundary delimitation talks and reaffirmed their commitment to resolving outstanding issues through constructive engagement. On land boundaries, the signing of MoUs during the 45th Indonesia-Malaysia Boundary Committee in February 2025 was lauded as a breakthrough, particularly in fully agreeing on the Eastern Sector. The leaders urged continued negotiations on unresolved areas, including the Pulau Sebatik intertidal zone and Western Sector. Acknowledging Malaysia's initiative to open the Serikin ICQS to complement Indonesia's Jagoi Babang post, both leaders emphasised the positive impact of improved border infrastructure on trade—especially in agricultural commodities—and community welfare. They also agreed to expedite the normalisation of trade at the Tebedu-Entikong border, noting its high demand among local businesses. On investment, both sides committed to enhancing cooperation in infrastructure, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy, including cross-border low-carbon energy between Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatera. Indonesia welcomed continued Malaysian investments in its new capital (IKN), especially in energy and hydrogen technologies. The governments also pledged to strengthen halal market access and streamline trade procedures, positioning the sector for regional leadership. They also endorsed collaboration in the blue economy, building on Indonesia's marine sustainability programmes. The leaders underscored the importance of protecting Indonesian migrant workers in Malaysia, highlighting progress under the 2022 MoU and encouraging further reviews of existing frameworks. Indonesia thanked Malaysia for supporting the establishment of Community Learning Centres (CLCs) for Indonesian children, seeking further expansion outside plantations. Recent agreements in Internet governance and ICT were acknowledged as steps toward a robust digital partnership. The two leaders also expressed hope for finalising the MoU on counter-terrorism, first initiated in 2018, to address emerging security threats. ASEAN Unity and Myanmar Both leaders reaffirmed support for ASEAN Centrality amid global uncertainties and stressed the urgency of a permanent ceasefire in Myanmar. They committed to promoting the Five-Point Consensus and inclusive national dialogue, with Malaysia's role as ASEAN Chair receiving Indonesia's full backing. President Prabowo lauded Malaysia's mediation in the Cambodia-Thailand conflict, following the recent Special Meeting hosted in Kuala Lumpur. Both countries called for peaceful coexistence and stronger ASEAN solidarity. Moving forward, the leaders tasked officials to convene the 17th Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation and agreed to hold the 14th Annual Consultation in Malaysia in 2026. Related
Saba Yemen
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Saba Yemen
Summer school football tournaments conclude in Sana'a districts
Sana'a - Saba: Football championships for summer school students concluded on Wednesday in al-Husn and Jehana districts of Sana'a province. In al-Husn, the Imam Ali Summer School team from al-Harura won the championship by defeating the Imam Ali School team from al-Rubu' 3-2 in the final. Al-Harura team will now represent the district in upcoming competitions. In Jehana district, the Martyr Al-Samad Summer School team emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over the Imam Zaid School team from al-Sahman. The Martyr al-Sammad team will proceed to represent the district in the Eastern Sector competitions. Director of the Youth Office in the province Abdulmohsen al-Sharif praised the enthusiasm of the participating teams. Championship cups and medals were awarded to the winning and runner-up teams by local officials. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
