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The Star
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Putting plans into concrete action
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is seeking Russian President Vladimir Putin's personal support to expedite collaborative projects across various sectors – including trade, investments, energy transition, military and the nuclear sector – to help strengthen bilateral ties, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Expressing his gratitude to the Russian leader for the rare honour of meeting and discussing comprehensive issues to elevate bilateral ties to a significantly higher level, the Prime Minister said both sides have taken the position to ensure their collaboration covers all fields. 'We are now trying to execute the plans... I seek your personal support that this collaboration can be actualised as soon as possible,' Anwar said during his meeting with Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow yesterday. The Prime Minister described Russia as a great friend of Malaysia and that its President commanded great respect among Malaysians. During his visit, Anwar said he met with business communities and captains of industries as well as Russia's top leaders. He said Putin had met many important leaders over the last few weeks. 'I sympathise with you but I wish you well and I am looking forward to the next few days,' he told the Russian leader. Leading a delegation of over 70 officials, Anwar arrived in the Russian capital on Tuesday to begin his four-day visit to Russia at the invitation of Putin. Upon landing at the Vnukovo-2 International Airport, the Prime Minister was welcomed with a guard of honour. The visit marks Anwar's second trip to Russia in eight months and the first by a Malaysian prime minister in nearly two decades. It is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, boosting economic cooperation and enhancing Malaysia's engagement with the Islamic world, particularly through platforms like the Kazan Forum 2025. The Kremlin talks are viewed as a pivotal moment in advancing Malaysia-Russia relations amid shifting geopolitical alignments and growing interest in South-South cooperation. Putin called Malaysia a reliable and important partner of Russia. 'Dear Mr Prime Minister, dear friends, allow me to cordially welcome you to Moscow. Malaysia is our long-standing, very reliable and significant partner – both in general and in South-East Asia,' he said during the meeting. Economic ties between Russia and Malaysia are stable, the Russian President said. He added that bilateral trade only decreased by an insignificant amount last year and remained good. 'The Intergovernmental Commission should pay attention to this, look for reasons and do everything to get to a positive trend of development,' he added. During the meeting, Putin extended an invitation to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, to visit Russia. 'I have a big favour to ask. Please convey my best wishes to your head of state, Sultan Ibrahim. We are waiting for him to visit Russia,' Putin told Anwar, the Russian News Agency (TASS) reported. In a joint press conference, both leaders expressed interest in deepening trade and investment between the two nations. 'We had an extensive discussion, covering a wide spectrum of issues – from education, agriculture, food security, agro-commodities, security and energy to defence,' said Anwar. The Prime Minister also invited the Russian President to attend the Asean Summit in October. 'On behalf of my government, it would be a major prize if we could have President Putin in Malaysia or, at the latest, during the Asean meeting in October,' he said. Anwar also requested that Russian airlines, including Aeroflot, resume direct flights to Malaysia as soon as possible. The Malaysian delegation includes Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan; Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu; Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang; Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Anwar-Putin meeting to be broadcast live on RTM
PUTRAJAYA: The meeting between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin later today will be broadcast live by national broadcaster, RTM, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced. Fahmi, who also serves as the MADANI Government spokesperson, said the live telecast would capture a historic moment that is expected to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. 'The broadcast is scheduled for this afternoon or early evening, depending on the meeting's timing. RTM will provide live coverage. 'This is indeed a historic moment that will undoubtedly open the door to closer cooperation between the two nations, particularly in trade and economic relations,' he said at his weekly press conference here. The high-level meeting, which is also the central highlight of Anwar's official visit to Russia, is scheduled to begin at 1 pm local time (6 pm Malaysia time) at the Kremlin in Moscow. During the meeting, Anwar and Putin are expected to discuss a range of bilateral issues and explore potential areas of collaboration between Malaysia and Russia, including trade, investment, agriculture and agri-commodities, education, aerospace, and energy. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest. After the meeting with Putin, Anwar is also scheduled to meet with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, for another bilateral discussion. Leading a delegation of over 70 officials, Anwar arrived in Moscow yesterday to begin his four-day visit to Russia at the invitation of Putin. Upon landing at Vnukovo-2 International Airport, the Prime Minister was also welcomed with an Honorary Guard of Honour.
The Star
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Putin meet main item on Anwar's agenda on second day of Russia visit
MOSCOW: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (May 14), marking the main item on the agenda of the second day of his official visit to Russia. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Kremlin, starting at 1pm local time (6pm Malaysian time). Both leaders are expected to discuss a range of bilateral issues and explore potential areas of collaboration between Malaysia and Russia, including trade, investment, agriculture and agri-commodities, education, aerospace, and energy. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest. In addition, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to meet with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, for another bilateral discussion. Anwar is also slated to receive a courtesy call from the Grand Mufti of the Russian Federation, Sheikh Ravil Gaynutdin, who is also the chairman of the Russian Religious Board of Muslims. Leading a delegation of over 70 officials, Anwar arrived here Tuesday (May 13) to begin his four-day visit to Russia at the invitation of Putin. The Prime Minister was welcomed with a Guard of Honour upon landing at Vnukovo-2 International Airport at 6.26pm local time (11.26pm Malaysia time). The Malaysian delegation includes Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan; Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu; Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Li Kang; Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir; and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. In the morning, Anwar will attend a roundtable meeting with Russian captains of industry, involving 24 major Russian companies and two chambers of commerce. The discussion is expected to focus on strategic cooperation to enhance bilateral trade between Malaysia and Russia. Ministers accompanying the Prime Minister will also participate in the meeting, which aims to foster stronger ties between the two nations. — Bernama
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Meeting with Putin main agenda of Anwar's second-day Russia visit
MOSCOW: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin today, marking the main agenda on the second day of his official visit to Russia. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Kremlin, starting at 1 pm local time (6 pm Malaysian time). Both leaders are expected to discuss a range of bilateral issues and explore potential areas of collaboration between Malaysia and Russia, including trade, investment, agriculture and agri-commodities, education, aerospace, and energy. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest. In addition, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to meet with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, for another bilateral discussion. Anwar is also slated to receive a courtesy call from the Grand Mufti of the Russian Federation, Sheikh Ravil Gaynutdin, who is also the chairman of the Russian Religious Board of Muslims. Leading a delegation of over 70 officials, Anwar arrived here yesterday to begin his four-day visit to Russia at the invitation of Putin. The Prime Minister was welcomed with an Honorary Guard of Honour upon landing at Vnukovo-2 International Airport at 6.26 pm local time (11.26 pm Malaysia time). The Malaysian delegation includes Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan; Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu; Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Li Kang; Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir; and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. In the morning, Anwar will attend a roundtable meeting with Russian captains of industry, involving 24 major Russian companies and two chambers of commerce. The discussion is expected to focus on strategic cooperation to enhance bilateral trade between Malaysia and Russia. Ministers accompanying the Prime Minister will also participate in the meeting, which aims to foster stronger ties between the two nations.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Meeting with Putin main agenda of PM Anwar's second-day Russia visit
MOSCOW: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin today, marking the main agenda on the second day of his official visit to Russia. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Kremlin, starting at 1 pm local time (6 pm Malaysian time). Both leaders are expected to discuss a range of bilateral issues and explore potential areas of collaboration between Malaysia and Russia, including trade, investment, agriculture and agri-commodities, education, aerospace, and energy. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest. In addition, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to meet with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Mishustin, for another bilateral discussion. Anwar is also slated to receive a courtesy call from the Grand Mufti of the Russian Federation, Sheikh Ravil Gaynutdin, who is also the chairman of the Russian Religious Board of Muslims. Leading a delegation of over 70 officials, Anwar arrived here yesterday to begin his four-day visit to Russia at the invitation of Putin. The Prime Minister was welcomed with an Honorary Guard of Honour upon landing at Vnukovo-2 International Airport at 6.26 pm local time (11.26 pm Malaysia time). The Malaysian delegation includes Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan; Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu; Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Li Kang; Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir; and Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani. In the morning, Anwar will attend a roundtable meeting with Russian captains of industry, involving 24 major Russian companies and two chambers of commerce. The discussion is expected to focus on strategic cooperation to enhance bilateral trade between Malaysia and Russia. Ministers accompanying the Prime Minister will also participate in the meeting, which aims to foster stronger ties between the two nations.
