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Malaysia, Australia strengthen energy cooperation, reaffirm trade ties

Xinhua
| April 16, 2026
2026-04-16

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia and Australia have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring stable and resilient energy supplies, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese said on Thursday.

Both countries have committed to promote open and stable trade flows between the two nations, including for essential energy supplies, Anwar and Albanese said in a joint statement in conjunction with the latter's three-day official visit.

"We will exchange views on energy trade-related matters on a 'no surprises' basis, and deepen practical cooperation on energy security for both countries to achieve shared goals," they said.

Anwar and Albanese added that both countries are also committed to strengthening energy supply chain resilience, including through deeper regional cooperation, support for energy transition efforts and the promotion of renewable energy adoption.

"Open and resilient global energy supplies remain deeply important to the security and prosperity of our peoples, and we will continue to consult on developments that may affect energy supply and markets," they said.

They added that Malaysia and Australia share a long-standing friendship underpinned by their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with both nations having a common interest in ensuring regional prosperity, stability and economic growth. Enditem

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