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Authors: Paco Milhiet, Nawaljeet Singh Rayar
Published on: 09 July 2025
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent official visit to France – the first by a Malaysian head of government in 15 years – marked a diplomatic renewal in the two countries’ relationship following occasional constraints. Ties are now being reinvigorated through renewed high-level political dialogue and expanded cooperation in the fields of defence, economy, energy and emerging technologies. As France seeks to consolidate its role in the Indo-Pacific and Malaysia currently exercises the role of ASEAN chair, both sides aim to build on this momentum to strengthen broader Europe–Southeast Asia engagement.
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