KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 -- Malaysia and Singapore have welcomed the temporary ceasefire involving the United States, Iran, Israel and Lebanon following the West Asia conflict, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He said the understanding was reached through a phone conversation with Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to discuss the latest developments in the conflict, with its impact increasingly impacting global energy and supply chains, including in this region.

"I stressed the urgent need for all parties to back a more comprehensive and lasting resolution," he posted on Facebook last night.

Anwar explained that, at the same time, Malaysia also emphasised the importance of maintaining the freedom and security of maritime...