Anwar, Putin discuss expanding economic ties; Rosmah disappointed with Najib's pardon hearing deferment
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi to discuss strengthening economic ties, including energy, aviation, and palm oil trade. The leaders agreed to establish a special mechanism to expedite bilateral agreements and improve travel connectivity.
Why it matters
This meeting highlights Malaysia's strategic pivot toward the BRICS bloc and the Global South to diversify its trade partnerships.
News ✕ SNAPSHOT | Anwar, Putin discuss expanding economic ties; Rosmah disappointed with Najib's pardon hearing deferment Malaysiakini Team Published: Sep 12, 2026 11:00 AM KINI SNAPSHOT | What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin...
KINI SNAPSHOT | What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed expanding Malaysia-Russia economic ties during a bilateral meeting in New Delhi.
The 20-minute meeting, Anwar’s first bilateral engagement after arriving in India, covered cooperation in energy, aviation, palm oil, education and tourism.
“It was great. It was a great meeting! The rest tomorrow,” Anwar said when asked about the outcome.
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