Marco Rubio speaks with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on secure American technology and bilateral trade
DHAKA, November 6: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has discussed expanding economic cooperation with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, with a focus on leveraging secure and advanced American technologies under the upgraded US-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Rubio spoke with Anwar on November 5, according to a readout issued by the US Department of State.
“Secretary Rubio and Prime Minister Anwar discussed ways to expand economic cooperation under the upgraded U.S.-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including through secure, cutting-edge American technology,” the State Department said.
The discussion reflects continued engagement between Washington and Kuala Lumpur to strengthen economic ties and explore opportunities for technological cooperation under their enhanced strategic partnership.
The US-Malaysia relationship covers a broad range of areas, including trade, investment, technology and regional cooperation in Southeast Asia.
The latest conversation underscores the importance both countries attach to expanding commercial engagement and advancing cooperation in emerging technologies.
