Malaysia prepares to lead ASEAN in 2025, focusing on aligning regional goals with national economic policies. Minister Tengku Zafrul aims to showcase Malaysia's capabilities, emphasizing trade integration, sustainability, and digital transformation. Amid global shifts like net-zero targets and AI advancements, Malaysia seeks private sector support to ensure ASEAN's competitiveness and neutrality amidst geopolitical tensions, positioning ASEAN as a resilient and innovative community on the global stage.