Anwar: Malaysia ready to back peace efforts as US-Iran talks progress

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is ready to support multilateral efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

This comes amid reports of progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran, including discussions on the possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Anwar said he had received encouraging signals that talks towards a framework agreement between Washington and Tehran were moving forward.

“Malaysia stands ready to support any multilateral effort that contributes to lasting peace and stability in the Middle East,” he said in a statement today.

“I have received encouraging indications from leaders in the Middle East that negotiations towards a framework agreement between the US and Iran, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, are proceeding on a progressive trajectory. I view these developments with earnest optimism.”

Anwar said several regional partners, including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and the United Arab Emirates, had played constructive roles in facilitating the diplomatic process.

He also welcomed US President Donald Trump’s engagement in efforts to secure a negotiated settlement.

“We hope all parties will seize this opportunity and carry the negotiations through to a successful conclusion,” he added.

Anwar urged all sides to work towards an inclusive framework agreement that would consolidate the ceasefire, ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and safeguard the legitimate security interests of all countries in the region.

The Strait of Hormuz is a key global shipping route through which about 20 per cent of the world’s oil supply passes daily.

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