Alhamdulillah, the first day in Japan yesterday was fully utilized, starting with a meeting with Tan Sri Yohei Sasakawa to exchange views on world developments and efforts to strengthen peace. I then went to the University of Tokyo to deliver a special lecture on new technology, especially artificial intelligence and its impact on human civilization. The first day ended with a meeting with Japanese conglomerates and industry leaders to explore quality investment opportunities that can generate economic growth and benefit Malaysians. #MalaysiaMADANI #MADANIwork #YakinMADANI #Civil Diplomacy

In this regard, ASEAN's commitment to inclusion, dialogue, and cooperation remains more important than ever. These same principles continue to guide Malaysia's partnerships across the region, including with Japan, as we deepen collaboration in semiconductors, energy transition, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence to build resilience and shared prosperity. Our world today does not suffer from a shortage of power, but a shortage of clarity, that cooperation remains preferable to division, that institutions must be renewed rather than abandoned, and that leadership requires initiati…

Kicked off day two in Japan by delivering a keynote address at the Nikkei Future of Asia International Conference in Tokyo titled Navigating Strategic Uncertainty, which touched on the big challenges that are reshaping the world's geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape. As conflict drags on, great power competition intensifies, global supply chains become more fragile and economic uncertainty widens, the world cannot remain trapped in the old framework that sees international relations solely through the lens of competition for power and narrow interests. Asia is developing as a result of open…

I then led the Malaysian delegation in a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi and members of the Japanese administration in Kantei, as the highlight of my official visit to Japan which ended today. My arrival at Kantei was greeted by PM Takaichi before being given a guard of honor, accompanied by the national anthems of Malaysia and Japan. This official visit is an important moment in strengthening the special Malaysia-Japan relationship that has been established since diplomatic relations between the two countries began in 1957. Since then, Malaysia and Japan have continue…

In the bilateral meeting between the delegations of the two countries, I express my appreciation to the Prime Minister of Japan, Sanae Takaichi for the warm welcome and very good treatment during this official visit. Japan is Malaysia's old friend who has played an important role in supporting the country's growth since the 1970s. In this meeting, we discussed efforts to strengthen the Malaysia-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership as well as continue the growing momentum of cooperation between the two countries. Discussions also touched on various areas of mutual interest including mariti…

Ending this official visit with a press conference with PM Takaichi after a bilateral meeting that took place in an atmosphere of friendship and mutual trust that has long been the basis of Malaysia-Japan relations. Japan is one of Malaysia's important friends in our country's development journey. The support of the Japanese government and industry since the 1970s has helped accelerate Malaysia's industrialization process. Today, that cooperation continues to expand into new areas that will shape the future of the world economy. Alhamdulillah, this meeting resulted in some important progress i…

My official visit to Japan closed the curtain with a press conference with Malaysian media friends who followed the delegation throughout this visit. Alhamdulillah, this visit went well and achieved its goal. We have strengthened Malaysia-Japan friendship, explored new cooperation opportunities and attracted investment and quality trade to Malaysia for the benefit of the people and the country. I express my deepest appreciation to the Japanese Government and the Japanese people for the warm welcome and friendship extended throughout the visit of Mr. The relationship that has been built over de…

The second and last day of the official visit to Japan yesterday was filled with various meetings and efforts to strengthen Malaysia-Japan friendship, as well as opening up new opportunities in trade, investment, technology and energy security. Alhamdulillah, this mission ended well. May all the efforts carried out bring benefits and long-lasting prosperity for the people and our country. 🇲🇾 🫶 🇯🇵 #MalaysiaMADANI #MADANIwork #YakinMADANI #Civil Diplomacy

Alhamdulillah, the official visit to Japan has been full of meaning, including a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a special lecture at the University of Tokyo, a business dialogue with leading Japanese conglomerates, as well as a keynote speech at the 31st Nikkei Conference. From the negotiating table to the international stage, every moment is fully utilized for the sake of the people and the future of our beloved Malaysia. Thank you Japan for the friendship that continues to blossom and the cooperation that is getting closer. Thank you very much. CADIAN Diplomacy mission…

The National Economic Action Council (MTEN) meeting today examined the presentation from the Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) regarding the El Niño phenomenon and its implications for the country. The meeting agreed that METMalaysia should immediately intensify information efforts and go to all states to deliver comprehensive briefings and enlightenment, in addition to grassroots preparedness must be strengthened because preventive measures and early preparation are the best defenses in facing the effects of extreme weather that is becoming more and more uncertain. During the …

When receiving a courtesy call from the Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman, I emphasized the efforts to strengthen governance, integrity and the reform agenda of national institutions which are at the core of building a fairer, more transparent and competitive Malaysia. I insist that integrity is not just a demand in public service, but an important basis for guaranteeing the confidence of the people, attracting quality investments and determining a more sustainable future for the country. The MADANI government will continue to em…