Besides bilateral matters, the two countries’ leaders are also expected to discuss US trade tariffs and the dispute between Cambodia and Thailand.

In the aftermath of weekend protests calling for his resignation, the prime minister has earned praise for his administration’s restraint.

Public discontent is growing over rising living costs and accusations that he failed to deliver promised reforms.

Opposition-organised rally is first major protest in Southeast Asia’s sixth largest economy since Anwar elected in 2022.

Thousands of Malaysians rallied in the nation’s capital demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim over alleged unfulfilled promises and recent controversies surrounding his administration.