Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim discusses country's role amid global superpowers

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim took part in a conversation with Al Jazeera journalist Sreenivasan Jain, broadcast as part of the network's "The India Report" programme. The discussion touched on several topics, including questions of justice, international trade, and Malaysia's position as what is described as a middle power in global politics.

The role of a middle power

A central theme of the conversation was how countries that are not superpowers can still influence international affairs and hold more powerful nations accountable. Anwar Ibrahim shared his perspective on how Malaysia, as a middle power, can play a part in shaping global decisions and defending principles of justice in international relations.

Trade and justice themes

Beyond geopolitical questions, the interview also addressed trade, a subject of particular relevance given Malaysia's export-oriented economy. The conversation reflects a broader discussion on how smaller and middle-sized nations can maintain an independent foreign policy course at a time when global affairs are increasingly shaped by competition among major powers.

The interview was published in video format by Al Jazeera as part of a programme series focused on current issues in South Asia and the wider region.