PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met with his Thai counterpart Srettha Thavisin for the first time in New York on Thursday (Sept 21) evening.
This meeting was also attended by delegations from both countries who are attending the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
“This meeting provides opportunities to strengthen existing cooperation while exploring various new forms of collaboration to enhance Malaysia-Thailand bilateral relations,” Anwar said in a social media post.
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The two leaders also discussed issues involving national borders, the peace process in Southern Thailand and regional matters of mutual interest.
Earlier, Anwar attended a discussion with members of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), an independent non-partisan think-tank and publisher that promotes international relations and foreign policy.
“I listened and shared (with CFR) national principles and policies related to international relations, the global stage and geopolitics.
“I appreciate the invitation and hope such discussions will continue in the future,” he said.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin held their first meeting in New York on Thursday evening during the 78th United Nations General Assembly. The meeting, which was attended by delegations from both countries, aimed to strengthen cooperation and explore new forms of collaboration to enhance Malaysia-Thailand bilateral relations. Anwar expressed his thoughts on the meeting through a social media post.
The two leaders discussed various issues, including national borders, the peace process in Southern Thailand, and regional matters of mutual interest. These discussions were significant in addressing shared concerns and promoting understanding between the two nations.
In addition to the bilateral meeting, Anwar also participated in a discussion with members of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), an independent non-partisan think-tank and publisher that focuses on international relations and foreign policy. During this session, he shared Malaysia’s national principles and policies related to international relations, the global stage, and geopolitics. Anwar appreciated the invitation and expressed his hope for future conversations.
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Overall, Anwar’s meeting with the Thai Prime Minister and his participation in the CFR discussion demonstrate Malaysia’s commitment to engaging internationally, strengthening relationships, and addressing shared challenges.
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