by Theleaders | June 8, 2026 5:29 pm
KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim departed for Tokyo today to lead the Malaysian delegation on the Madani Diplomacy mission to strengthen strategic cooperation and national energy security, as the world faces a global energy supply crisis.
In a Facebook post, Anwar said that during the visit, he will hold a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to discuss the development of bilateral relations and to pioneer new Malaysia-Japan cooperation, particularly in the fields of economy, investment and energy security.
The Prime Minister said that he will also deliver a keynote speech at the 31st Nikkei Forum: Future of Asia, as well as a special lecture at the University of Tokyo on the challenges and future of this region in an increasingly challenging global landscape.
“Pray that our mission runs smoothly and brings beneficial results for the people and the country,” he posted.
Yesterday, the Foreign Ministry in a statement announced that Anwar’s official visit to Japan will begin today until June 10 at the invitation of the Japanese government.
Japan continues to be one of Malaysia’s most important economic partners, ranking as the country’s fifth-largest trading partner in the world since 2024.
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