Malaysia, Timor-Leste to deepen ties, boost Asean entry efforts


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 24 Sep 2025

DILI: Malaysia and Timor-Leste have agreed to strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, education, health, tourism and security, as Dili prepares to join Asean as its 11th member.

Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao stated that the visit of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, as diplomatic ties were established in 2002.

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