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Anwar attends F1 qualifying at Sepang, dines with Bahrain crown prince
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim witnessed Formula One qualifying rounds at the Sepang International Circuit on Wednesday, where he was hosted at a dinner reception by the Crown Prince of Bahrain.
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SEPANG — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attended the Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying session at the Sepang International Circuit on October 3, marking a high-profile appearance at the motorsports event.
As part of the diplomatic engagement, Anwar was hosted at a welcome dinner by Bahrain's Crown Prince, reflecting the close bilateral relations between Malaysia and the Gulf state. The evening provided an opportunity for high-level interaction between Malaysian and Bahraini leadership during the international racing event.
The prime minister's presence at the qualifying rounds underscored Malaysia's continued prominence in the global F1 calendar, with the Sepang circuit remaining a key venue for the championship. The circuit has established itself as a major hub for motorsports in Southeast Asia and continues to attract significant international attention and participation.
The visit demonstrated Malaysia's commitment to hosting world-class sporting events while facilitating diplomatic engagements with regional and international partners during major tournaments.