Anwar calls for regional financial system for economic stability


JAKARTA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has repeated the necessity of a regional financial system that addresses economic global uncertainties and financial risks while enhancing regional economic independence and safety nets.

Speaking at the 26th Asean Plus Three Summit meeting on Wednesday (Sept 6), he also addressed concerns related to food security and called for enhanced cooperation in smart agriculture, especially focusing on smallholders.

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