Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on November 06, 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Americans cast their ballots today in the presidential race between Republican nominee former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as multiple state elections that will determine the balance of power in Congress. - Joe Raedle/Getty Images/AFP

Anwar congratulates Trump on victory in US presidential election

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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Donald Trump on his remarkable political comeback and victory in the United States (US) presidential election.

In his post on Facebook and X, Anwar said this new chapter brings renewed opportunities, and Malaysia is ready to move forward with optimism, collaboration and shared purpose.

“We look forward to working closely with the incoming president to foster mutual benefits for the people of both our nations,“ he said.

Anwar noted that the US remains Malaysia’s largest source of foreign investment and a vital player in the Asia Pacific region.

As ASEAN Chair in 2025, the prime minister said Malaysia hopes that the US will reinvigorate its engagement with Southeast Asia.

“We also urge the US to use its considerable influence to help end the devastating violence and loss of life in Palestine and Ukraine,“ he added.

The Republican candidate Trump, 78, has claimed victory in the 2024 US presidential election over Democrat Kamala Harris.