Dhaka, July 27 -- Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has sought Malaysia's support for Bangladesh's entry into the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a member state.

He made the call on Sunday during a meeting with Nurul Izzah Anwar, vice-president of Malaysia's People's Justice Party and daughter of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, at the State Guest House Jamuna.

According to a statement from the Chief Advisor's Office, Yunus said: "We want to become a part of ASEAN, and we will be needing your support."

Yunus expressed hope that Malaysia, currently the ASEAN chair, would play a vital role in approving Bangladesh's application, which could pave the way for full membership in the future.

At the beginning of the meeting, Nurul I...