Philippines & Anwar Ibrahim

Philippines: The Philippines is highly vulnerable to El Ni 's impact on rice production, facing potential reductions in output and increased water stress, which could exacerbate inflation and political tensions.

Anwar Ibrahim: Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has floated the possibility of a snap general election if tensions within his ruling coalition worsen, partly due to the economic pressures from El Ni and rising cost of living.

Philippines: The Philippines will engage the U.S., emphasizing its strong policy against forced labor.

Anwar Ibrahim: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed relief at the 10% rate and will continue negotiations.

Anwar Ibrahim: As the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim met bilaterally with Vladimir Putin and intended to discuss ensuring continued oil supplies to Malaysia.