Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also expressed appreciation towards Malaysians' “vigilance” in reporting attempts by drivers of foreign-registered vehicles to purchase subsidised RON95.

The proposed reforms come against the backdrop of years of political polarisation in Bangladesh, where power has traditionally been concentrated in the office of the prime minister.

Observers say India’s strongest bargaining chip remains its economic size and growth potential – a powerful draw even for a more protectionist America.

The donated artwork was illegally transferred and sold, prompting an investigation that implicated 29 people and exposed museum mismanagement.