Anwar meets US defence secretary to discuss boosting security ties

 He also meets Boeing global president Brendan Nelson on the development of the maintenance, repair and overhaul ecosystem.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met US defence secretary Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore today. (Facebook pic)

PETALING JAYA:

 Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy call from US defence secretary Pete Hegseth during his brief working visit to Singapore.

In a Facebook post, Anwar said the meeting touched on efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of defence and maritime security, Bernama reported.

Anwar also thanked the US for participating in the recent Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025.

During the same visit, the prime minister also received a courtesy call from Boeing global president Brendan Nelson.

“We took the opportunity to discuss maritime security, asset modernisation and investment in education.

“We also explored collaboration with local industry players in training, strategic cooperation and the development of the maintenance, repair and overhaul ecosystem.”

Anwar was in Singapore to attend the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, a prestigious regional security and defence summit for the Asia-Pacific region. - FMT