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THE MERIDIAN: Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship: A Test of Regional Diplomacy

Barely a month into ASEAN chairmanship, Anwar Ibrahim faces pressing geopolitical and economic challenges. From Myanmar’s unresolved crisis to surging cybercrime and trade uncertainties, ASEAN’s relevance is on the line. Success will require bold leadership, diplomacy, and decisive action.

FLASHPOINT: U.S. Sanctions on Malaysian Semiconductor Trading Firm

The U.S. sanctioned Jatronics Sdn Bhd for supplying critical components to Russian military suppliers. Economists see minimal local industry impact, but this warns other firms to enhance compliance. The action highlights U.S. efforts to curb sanction evasion in Southeast Asia.