KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia and Japan have agreed to bolster cooperation on energy security and civil nuclear power as both nations seek to safeguard against global supply disruptions and rising geopolitical tensions.
According to a joint statement released after talks between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae, the leaders underlined their shared commitment amid instability in global energy markets and risks stemming from West Asia, Bernama reported.
“Anwar expressed Malaysia’s utmost commitment to promote open and stable trade flows to Japan, including for essential energy supplies such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) as well as petroleum and chemicals products such as naphtha, urea, and medical gloves,” the statement said.
Anwar, who also serves as Finance Minister, concluded a three-day official visit to Japan today.
Both sides agreed to explore ways Malaysia could support Japan’s energy needs while balancing domestic priorities and available surplus capacity.
The leaders further pledged to expand cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy as Malaysia prepares to incorporate nuclear power into its long-term energy strategy.
“Takaichi welcomed the sharing of updates on Malaysia’s preparations for the introduction of nuclear power — including reactor technology options, site selection, and business and institutional arrangements — as a basis for formulating Japan’s support plan,” the statement said.
In addition, they agreed to strengthen economic security and resilience in the supply of critical minerals and rare earths. Both leaders voiced concern over economic coercion, non-market practices, and arbitrary export restrictions that could disrupt global supply chains, reaffirming their commitment to secure, diversified, and reliable supply networks among trusted partners.
The statement added that cooperation on critical minerals will continue through initiatives involving the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security, and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation, while partnerships with countries such as Australia and France will also be explored. – June 10, 2026