Anwar, Putin agree on special mechanism to expedite agreements
The agreements include the import of Malaysian palm oil by Moscow and direct flights between both countries.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met Russian President Vladimir Putin in an inaugural bilateral session during the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India. The two heads of state discussed matters of mutual interest and Putin approved Anwar's proposal to establish a special mechanism between Putrajaya and Moscow to expedite the implementation of agreements reached between the two nations in recent years.
These agreements encompass the import of Malaysian palm oil into Russia and the establishment of direct flights between the two countries. Prime Minister Anwar also expressed gratitude for Russia's support in energy cooperation with Malaysia, citing the productive collaboration between Rosneft and Petronas state-owned companies.
Russian news agency TASS quoted Putin complimenting the 12.9% growth in trade turnover between Russia and Malaysia last year, deeming it a solid pace. The president underscored Moscow's significance in fostering relationships with Kuala Lumpur in sectors such as education, science, technology, and tourism. Anwar is scheduled to engage in three further bilateral meetings today with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Malaysia arrived in New Delhi on Friday to participate in the BRICS Leaders’ Summit as a BRICS partner country, having assumed this role since January 1, 2025.
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