Strengthening Ties: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Visit to the UK
LONDON: On January 15, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to engage in discussions with his British counterpart, Sir Keir Starmer, in the capital city.
Having arrived in the UK on Tuesday for a five-day official trip, Anwar was warmly welcomed by Starmer at his office located at No 10 Downing Street at 1pm local time (9pm Malaysia time).
A Collaborative Dialogue
During their meeting, both leaders will oversee discussions with their respective delegations aimed at enhancing the historically strong partnership shared between Malaysia and the United Kingdom.
Anwar’s Delegation
Accompanying Prime Minister Anwar are notable members of his cabinet: Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Senator Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz; Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir; Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani; alongside Datuk Zakri Jaafar, who serves as Malaysia’s High Commissioner to both the UK and Northern Ireland.
Broadening Discussions
The agenda for this high-level exchange is anticipated to cover an array of bilateral relations as well as pressing international topics affecting both nations.
A Focus on Economic Collaboration
Later that day, Prime Minister Anwar—who also holds the position of Finance Minister—will take part in a product launch organized by YTL Group UK. This event will spotlight ongoing economic partnerships between Malaysian firms and British businesses.
An Ongoing Economic Partnership
The United Kingdom stands as Malaysia’s fourth-largest trading ally within Europe. As reported recently, visit-as-pm-sparks-high-stakes-talks-on-trade-education-and-climate/” title=”Anwar Touches Down in London: His Inaugural UK Visit as PM Sparks High-Stakes Talks on Trade, Education, and Climate!”>total trade during the first eleven months of 2024 has reached RM15.30 billion (approximately US$3.34 billion). This underscores not only a robust economic relationship but also mutual commitment towards further growth. – Bernama
