President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for a working visit to attend key regional summits. He will serve as Guest of the Chair at the 47th ASEAN Summit and the East Asian Summit from October 25 to 28, 2025. This trip underscores South Africa's growing ties with Southeast Asia.
President Cyril Ramaphosa landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on October 24, 2025, marking the start of his working visit to Malaysia. Scheduled from October 25 to 28, the trip positions him as Guest of the Chair for the 47th ASEAN Summit and the East Asian Summit.
South Africa's engagement with ASEAN gained momentum in 2023 when it became a Sectoral Dialogue Partner. The South African government views Malaysia and the broader Southeast Asian region as vital to its foreign policy. This partnership provides access to dynamic regional markets and emerging technologies, while reinforcing South Africa's role as a globally engaged member of the Global South.
The Presidency shared an image of Ramaphosa's arrival on social media, highlighting the visit's importance with the hashtag #SAinMalaysia. This diplomatic outreach aims to strengthen bilateral relations and foster cooperation in economic and technological spheres.