Malaysia's Anwar calls for dialogue over coercion at ASEAN's East Asia summit

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Asia-Pacific leaders to prioritize dialogue and cooperation over confrontation. He made the remarks at ASEAN's East Asia summit on Monday amid rising U.S.-China tensions. The summit follows U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to Malaysia, where he signed economic agreements with several Southeast Asian countries. Analysts expect the summit to focus on issues like South China Sea tensions and regional supply chain resilience. The U.S. is likely to emphasize economic security, while China will highlight sovereignty and connectivity. Anwar had also addressed concerns over North Korea and Myanmar, urging continued engagement and adherence to international law.