Malaysia and Thailand Strengthen Regional Ties Ahead of ASEAN Summit

Malaysia and Thailand Strengthen Regional Ties Ahead of ASEAN Summit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan met with his Thai counterpart on May 24th, 2025, for bilateral talks focused on bolstering regional cooperation before the 46th ASEAN Summit. The meeting, held in Kuala Lumpur, addressed key regional issues and explored avenues for enhanced collaboration between the two nations. "The discussions were productive and focused on how we can further strengthen our bilateral relations," said a source close to the Malaysian delegation. The source, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, added that the two ministers also discussed ways to improve regional stability and economic growth. The talks underscore the importance of Malaysia-Thailand relations in the context of the upcoming ASEAN Summit, where Malaysia holds the chairmanship for 2025. The theme for this year's summit is 'Resilience and Sustainability.' The summit will also include the 2nd ASEAN-GCC Summit and the ASEAN-GCC-China Summit. The successful bilateral talks between Malaysia and Thailand signal a positive start to the ASEAN Summit, promising fruitful discussions and collaborative efforts to address regional challenges and foster sustainable development.