Kuala lumpur: Thailand Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrived in Malaysia to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, scheduled from October 26 to 28 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The special aircraft carrying Anutin and his delegation landed at the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Base at 9.24 pm, where they were received by Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. Following his arrival, Anutin inspected a guard of honour mounted by two officers and 24 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment, led by Capt Mohd Masrur Hidayat Masri.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto also arrived at the same airbase earlier at 9 pm and was welcomed by Khaled. Prabowo similarly inspected a guard of honour mounted by officers and personnel from the same battalion. On the sidelines of the summit, Anutin is scheduled to sign a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia. United States President Donald Trump is set to witness the signing of the broader ceasefire deal after he helped broker an end to a five-day border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia in July.

Anutin is expected to return to Bangkok soon after the signing ceremony, following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, on Friday evening. His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn has instructed the Bureau of the Royal Household to organise Her Majesty's royal funeral with the highest honours in accordance with royal tradition. This year, Malaysia holds the ASEAN Chairmanship under the theme 'Inclusivity and Sustainability', reflecting its commitment to fostering a united, resilient and forward-looking ASEAN Community.

It marks the fifth time Malaysia has assumed the ASEAN Chair since the bloc's establishment in 1967, following its previous chairmanships in 2015, 2005, 1997, and 1977. The 47th ASEAN Summit will gather leaders of all 10 member states as well as key dialogue partners including the United States, China, Japan, and South Africa.