In a statement shared on his official Instagram and Facebook accounts, Anwar said he looked forward to working with Trump to strengthen the “complementary and forward-looking” relationship between the two nations.
“As ASEAN Chair in 2025, I warmly welcome President Trump to Malaysia, an opportunity to reaffirm America’s engagement with the region,” he said.
Anwar praised the US President Donald Trump’s “unique approach” to tackling domestic and global challenges, highlighting his role in facilitating a Gaza ceasefire before his inauguration.
“President Trump has demonstrated a distinctive way of addressing pressing issues, as shown by his pivotal role in the Gaza ceasefire,” Anwar said in a statement on his official social media accounts.
He added that Malaysia stands ready to collaborate on shared priorities as the Trump administration seeks to usher in a new golden age for the United States.
