{
  "id": 2685828,
  "title": "Anwar: ALC‑27 boosts Malaysia‑Brunei strategic cooperation and bilateral goodwill",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/anwar-alc-27-boosts-malaysia-brunei-strategic-cooperation-and-2685828",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-23T00:59:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
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    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/08/23/anwar-alc27-boosts-malaysiabrunei-strategic-cooperation-and-bilateral-goodwill/232338"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 23, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the significance of the 27th Malaysia-Brunei Annual Leaders’ Consultation (ALC-27) in a Facebook post. Anwar stated that the consultation has successfully enhanced the brotherly bonds and strategic cooperation between Malaysia and Brunei, promising to further strengthen this special relationship for the benefit of both nations. He also extended his gratitude to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei for the warm and cordial hospitality offered during his recent visit. The Prime Minister expressed his hopes that Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah would continue to rule Brunei Darussalam wisely. Anwar also thanked the Sarawak and Sabah state governments, various ministries and agencies, the Malaysian High Commission in Bandar Seri Begawan, and the media personnel for their contributions in ensuring a smooth visit. Prior to signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on disaster management cooperation, Anwar met with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah at Istana Nurul Iman in a four-eyed session. Anwar arrived in Bandar Seri Begawan the previous day to commence a two-day working visit as part of the ALC-27.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described the 27th Malaysia-Brunei Annual Leade...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Anwar: ALC‑27 boosts Malaysia‑Brunei strategic cooperation and bilateral goodwill",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/anwar-alc-27-boosts-malaysia-brunei-strategic-cooperation-and",
        "published": "2026-08-23T00:59:41.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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