Anwar, Min Aung Hlaing Hold One-on-One Talks, Bilateral Delegation Meeting

PUTRAJAYA: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held a one-on-one meeting with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing at the Perdana Putra Complex here today.

The Prime Minister welcomed Min Aung Hlaing upon his arrival at the building at 9am, followed by an official welcoming ceremony.

Min Aung Hlaing is on a two-day official visit to Malaysia, which began yesterday (Wednesday), with the repatriation of Myanmar nationals in Malaysia among the key issues expected to be discussed with the Malaysian Prime Minister.

Following their one-on-one meeting, both leaders led their respective delegations in bilateral talks.

Among the Cabinet ministers present were Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, who served as the minister-in-attendance.

Yesterday, Wisma Putra said the visit would also provide an opportunity for the Prime Minister to continue direct engagement with Myanmar, in line with the decision made at the 48th ASEAN Summit in May 2026 to maintain a constructive and principled approach towards the country.

According to Wisma Putra, Myanmar remains an integral part of ASEAN, and as an ASEAN member state, Malaysia will continue supporting the regional bloc’s efforts towards peace and reconciliation while ensuring access to humanitarian assistance in Myanmar.

Malaysia will also work closely with all ASEAN member states to ensure stability and prosperity in the region.

Bernama