Great meeting with Vladimir Putin, Anwar says
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as “great” as Malaysia seeks to translate high-level political engagement with Moscow into stronger trade, investment and commercial ties.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim described his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as "great" during his visit to New Delhi. The 20-minute bilateral engagement marked the prime minister's first political interaction with Moscow since arriving in India. In a statement, Anwar said the meeting was a success and that details of the outcome would be discussed tomorrow.
The talks centered on expanding cooperation in areas such as energy, aviation, palm oil, education, and tourism. Malaysia and Russia have a modest economic relationship, with bilateral trade valued at RM8.72 billion in 2025, though it grew by 7% in the first five months of 2026. Malaysian exports to Russia primarily consist of electrical and electronic products, machinery, and processed food, while major imports include petroleum products, minerals, chemicals, and chemical-based products.
The meeting also reflects Malaysia's efforts to deepen economic ties with other major emerging markets through its BRICS partnership, which saw two-way merchandise trade reach US$18.1 billion in 2024, up 13.2% from the previous year.
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