Trump grooves to Malaysian beat after landing at KLIA for ASEAN Summit
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA: President Donald Trump touched down in Malaysia in great spirits. After stepping off Air Force One, he was greeted with a traditional Malaysian dance. In a lighthearted moment, Trump joined in, moving to the beat of the music on Sunday, October 26.
He was welcomed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, and both shared a cheerful exchange.
A video of Trump swaying his fist to the rhythm quickly went viral. The US president is in Malaysia to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit.
Donald Trump grooves to Malaysian traditional music after landing at KLIA
The president joined dancers in colorful attire, showing off his trademark moves at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). He also received a guard of honour from personnel of the 1st Battalion, Royal Malay Regiment.
Swaying with clenched fists to the rhythmic beat of the kompang—a traditional Malay percussion instrument—Trump walked alongside Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and danced on the red carpet to the tune of “Hawaii Five-O,” as reported by Malay Mail.
He performed his signature fist pumps and subtle sways, clearly enjoying the music and energy. At one point, he held the American flag in one hand and Malaysia’s Jalur Gemilang in the other.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim joined in briefly, smiling as the crowd cheered. The moment took place shortly after Air Force One landed at Kompleks Bunga Raya around 9:54 am. Later, Anwar introduced Trump to several cabinet members as the visit continued.
Before departing the airport, Trump invited Anwar into “The Beast,” the presidential limousine, for a brief private chat ahead of the summit, according to Malay Mail.
Donald Trump arrives in Malaysia for ASEAN Summit, meets Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia accompanied by US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan. He met Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and senior government officials at KLIA.
This marks Trump’s first official trip to Southeast Asia since taking office as the 47th US President. According to Malay Mail, Trump is only the third US president to visit Malaysia, after Lyndon B. Johnson in 1966 and Barack Obama in 2014 and 2015
The Malaysian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) stated that the visit will include discussions on regional and international issues of mutual interest, as well as the signing of bilateral trade and security agreements.
The ASEAN Summit, held under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship 2025, carries the theme “Inclusivity and Sustainability” and will run from Sunday, October 26, to October 28.
