00:00Our top story for tonight, Prime Minister Dato Osirio and Ibrahim has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin,
00:07with both sides calling for increasing ties and economic cooperation.
00:12The meeting is the main agenda of Anwar's four-day official visit to Russia until May 16.
00:17Anwar said Russia-Malaysia relations extends beyond diplomatic engagements, expressing hope for more important discussions in the coming days.
00:26Putin, on the other hand, said Malaysia is a reliable and significant partner, stressing that economic ties remain stable and good,
00:33and that it would assist Malaysia's engagement with BRICS as partners.
00:37The two leaders discussed political, trade and economic issues, focusing on strengthening cooperation between Kuala Lumpur and Moscow.
00:46In the press conference, Anwar also extended an invitation for Putin to come and visit Malaysia.
00:51Earlier, Anwar attended a roundtable meeting with Russia's industry leaders, focusing on exploring new collaborations in various fields, including food manufacturing, agriculture and technology.
01:03Anwar also met Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and received a visit from the Grand Mufti of the Russian Federation, Shehravel Ganutin.
01:12He will attend the Kazan International Economic Forum on May 15 and 16 to deliver the keynote speech.
01:18Russia and Malaysia maintain strong diplomatic ties with Anwar and Putin last meeting in September 2024 on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok.
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