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New Straits Times
2 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Anwar meets Islamic leaders, media figures, and Malaysians in Rome
ROME: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held a series of informal engagements during his official visit to Italy, meeting with prominent media figures, corporate representatives and Islamic community leaders. "Among them was Imam Yahya Pallavicini, imam of one of Europe's largest mosques, who represented both the congregation and the Muslim association," Anwar said. He also met Italian Islamic Cultural Centre secretary-general, Abdullah Ridoni, an organisation officially recognised by the Italian government. Anwar said that a local research centre had translated and published his book The Asian Renaissance into Italian. "They presented me with a copy, for which I expressed my appreciation," he said. The prime minister also met members of the Malaysian diaspora in Rome. "Though their numbers are not large, mainly students and workers, we were able to meet and discuss the potential that exists in both Italy and Malaysia," he said, adding that deeper bilateral ties could open up new opportunities for investment and trade. Anwar is currently on a working visit to three countries, Italy, France and Brazil, beginning 1 July, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and promote Malaysia's economic interests on the global stage.
New Straits Times
15 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Anwar: Asian Renaissance Italian edition reaches broader international audience
ROME: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed appreciation to Italian translator Andrea Fais and publisher Stefano Bonilauri for their efforts in translating his work "The Asian Renaissance" into Italian. "This book, published more than two decades ago, outlines a grand vision for the revival of Asian civilisation through the values of knowledge, culture, openness and justice. "It was written in response to global imbalances and the dominance of Western discourse. "I truly appreciate the dedication of these Italian scholars in translating this work, which allows a broader international audience to engage with important ideas on democracy and value-based development," Anwar said. He added that the initiative is not merely a translation project but a bridge of thought and ideas that helps narrow the understanding gap between East and West, especially in today's increasingly divided world. "May this book continue to serve as a source of inspiration in our ongoing efforts to uphold the resurgence of human values, knowledge and universal justice," he said.
