Overview

• Anwar Ibrahim states Malaysia does not have a 'China-phobia' policy and seeks strong ties with both the US and China.
• The Malaysian PM highlights China's strategic importance and advocates for continued engagement with Beijing.
• Anwar urges the US to respect competitiveness and move away from protectionist policies.
• During his Tokyo visit, Anwar agrees with Japan to strengthen cooperation in areas like maritime security and cybersecurity.
• Anwar calls for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, criticizing the US for not doing enough to stop the violence in Gaza.