Boosting football ecosystem main focus of meeting FIFA president - PM

AMID a packed schedule of receiving world leaders in Putrajaya, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a meeting with FIFA president, Gianni Infantino.

 In a Facebook post, the Prime Minister said the meeting focused on efforts to strengthen the football ecosystem in Malaysia and the ASEAN region.

 “This includes the FIFA Arena project which will serve as a catalyst for the development of more local talents and the enhancement of  football infrastructure in the country “We also touched on the ASEAN-FIFA Football Development

 Agreement, which is a strategic step toward opening a new  chapter in turning this region into a respected football powerhouse on the global stage,” he said in the post reported by Bernama.

 Anwar said Malaysia would continue to prioritise football development through improved facilities, structured training programmes and strategic collaboration with FIFA.

 These efforts, he said, are crucial to producing a new generation of talented players, strengthening the professional sports ecosystem, and elevating the country’s profile as a regional football development hub. – October 25, 2025