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PM Anwar Ibrahim's condolences to Timor-Leste underscore Malaysia's commitment to ASEAN partnership and the deeper bonds of regional solidarity built on shared values and mutual respect.
Timor-Leste has declared a week of national mourning following the death of former president Francisco 'Lu-Olo' Guterres, 71, a legendary independence fighter who passed away in a Malaysian hospital. His body is expected to return to Dili on Tuesday.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed Malaysia's condolences over the death of Francisco Guterres, the former president of Timor-Leste who played a pivotal role in his nation's independence struggle.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is pushing for closer media partnerships with Timor-Leste, proposing journalist training and institutional collaboration as both nations address their standing in international press freedom indices.
Two Chinese nationals have been held for four days to assist police investigations into an alleged attempted theft that occurred aboard an aircraft flying from Timor-Leste to Malaysia's main international airport.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta concluded a five-day special visit to Malaysia, emphasizing strengthened bilateral relations and inviting Malaysian investors to tap infrastructure opportunities in the newly integrated ASEAN member.