Anwar lands in Manila for Asean summit before brief dash back to meet Macron

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim touched down in Manila on November 14 to attend the 49th Asean Summit and Related Summits. His itinerary included a quick trip back to Malaysia to meet French President Emmanuel Macron, who would be visiting the following day. The premier's arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport was greeted by a delegation of high-ranking officials, including Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan and Ambassador Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino Anthony. Philippine Interior Secretary Juanito Victor "Jonvic" C. Remulla Jr. was also present.

On November 15, Anwar was set to participate in the Asean Summit Plenary and Retreat, meetings with the Asean Inter-Parliamentary Assembly, Asean Business Advisory Council, and Asean youth representatives. The following Monday, November 16, he would engage in Asean summits with key dialogue partners such as China, the United Nations, Australia, and South Korea.

Upon returning to Malaysia on November 17, Anwar would receive Macron and attend the Asean-United States Special Summit and a dinner hosted by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

During his absence, Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Mohamad will represent the country at several significant events, including the 29th Asean Plus Three Summit, the Asia Zero Emission Community Leaders' Meeting, Asean summits with Japan and India, and the 21st East Asia Summit. Anwar's participation in the summit is expected to help Malaysia shape regional policies on political, security, economic, and sociocultural matters.