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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's Instagram page has just dropped the second 'episode' of his Japan visit, once again styled like an anime opening.
The first 'episode' premiered yesterday, 10 June, featuring Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1's opening theme, Kaikai Kitan.
The footage wasn't simply set to music. It was carefully edited to match the track's rhythm and energy, especially during the chorus, giving it the feel of a genuine anime opening sequence.
Today, 11 June, Malaysians were greeted with the second 'episode', this time set to Neon Genesis Evangelion's iconic opening theme, A Cruel Angel's Thesis.
The production value appeared to be stepped up further, with footage of Anwar's interactions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi edited using creative split-screen compositions, dynamic transitions, and cinematic fades.
And just like a typical anime opening, the 'supporting cast' also got their moments in the spotlight.
Among those featured were Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Steven Sim, and other senior officials.
You can watch the first 'episode' here:
Anwar was on a three-day official visit to Japan, which aimed to strengthen Malaysia-Japan relations through the signing of four strategic memoranda of understanding (MoUs)
According to the New Straits Times, Malaysian Ambassador to Japan Datuk Shahril Effendi Abd Ghany said the visit highlights Malaysia's importance as one of Japan's key partners in ASEAN, particularly amid growing geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over energy security.
Anwar said the trip is intended to unlock new opportunities in trade, investment, technology, and energy cooperation between the two countries.
He also stressed that Malaysia-Japan ties are becoming increasingly important as global conflicts continue, supply chains face mounting disruptions, and economic uncertainty persists, adding that the international community can no longer rely on outdated frameworks that view global relations solely through the lens of power competition and narrow national interests.
You can watch the second 'episode' here:
