The Palestinian situation will be a primary topic during Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's meeting with South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa. Malaysia's High Commissioner to South Africa, Datuk Yubazlan Yusof, indicated that the Prime Minister would express Malaysia's firm position on ending the violence in Gaza. He noted that the two nations share a commitment to advocating for Palestinian rights, a commonality that strengthens their bilateral relationship. This aligns with South Africa's role in bringing Israel before the International Court of Justice.
Beyond the Palestinian issue, the leaders are expected to discuss enhancing bilateral trade and cooperation in education and capacity-building. The Prime Minister will also articulate Malaysia's support for Palestine during an interview with academic Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. South Africa served as Malaysia's largest African trading partner in 2024, with bilateral trade valued at RM7.82 billion. Following his visit, Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to travel to Nairobi, Kenya.
Beyond the Palestinian issue, the leaders are expected to discuss enhancing bilateral trade and cooperation in education and capacity-building. The Prime Minister will also articulate Malaysia's support for Palestine during an interview with academic Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. South Africa served as Malaysia's largest African trading partner in 2024, with bilateral trade valued at RM7.82 billion. Following his visit, Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to travel to Nairobi, Kenya.
