Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and President Prabowo Subianto agree to boost joint diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the West Asia conflict and protect civilians.

JAKARTA: Malaysia and Indonesia have agreed to intensify joint diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict in West Asia.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the nations would work to protect civilian lives and open space for negotiations towards a lasting peace.

He stated this following a meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during his special one-day visit to Jakarta.

“The meaningful meeting with President Prabowo today opened constructive space to find common ground in addressing the West Asia conflict,” Anwar said in a statement.

He added that the crisis is now putting pressure on global energy security and economic stability.

The visit marked Anwar’s first trip to Indonesia this year, made at Prabowo’s invitation.

Amid growing global uncertainty, both leaders stressed the need to strengthen principled regional cohesion.

They agreed this was vital to preserve peace, ensure stability and enhance economic resilience for their people.

During the two-hour meeting, they emphasised the importance of keeping global supply chains and strategic trade routes unaffected.

This includes ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open and secure.

“I also shared updates on engagements with fellow international leaders,” Anwar said.

He explained this was part of efforts to express solidarity, coordinate views and assess global impacts.

The focus of these assessments is particularly on energy and regional security.

Anwar reiterated that Malaysia remains firm in rejecting violence and upholding international law.

He urged all parties to the conflict to return to the path of peace.

Tensions in West Asia have escalated since the US and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran.

Tehran retaliated with drone and missile attacks targeting Israel and countries hosting US assets.

These actions have further affected global market stability and the aviation sector.

 The Sun Malaysia