Temporary road closures for the ASEAN Summit
If you remember the standstill traffic jams that ensued from the 17 road closures in Klang Valley back in April, you’ll want to take note of these upcoming road closures and diversions for the ASEAN Summit 2025.
From 23rd May to 28th May 2025, a total of six highways and 25 main roads in Klang Valley will close as part of preparations for the event and to ensure seamless passage for summit delegates and participating guests. Here’s everything that you need to know about the closures.
What is the ASEAN Summit 2025?
If you’re scratching your head going, “What is this ASEAN Summit 2025 ah?” – you’re not alone.
The ASEAN Summit is a regional event that brings together leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to tackle crucial economic, political, and social issues within the region. This summit’s goal is to enhance cooperation, foster economic growth, and bolster regional stability, with topics on the agenda covering trade agreements, regional security, climate change, and economic integration.
Image credit: Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur via Facebook
There are 10 member countries in the summit, with each taking turns to host the semiannual event. In 2025, the event’s baton falls into Malaysia’s hands.
Upcoming road closures for the ASEAN Summit 2025
To ensure the smooth passage of convoys and motorcades between hotels, meeting venues, and official events, stringent traffic measures will be enforced throughout the duration of the summit. These measures, while necessary, will directly impact the daily commute routes of Malaysians in the Klang Valley.
The crucial routes leading to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Subang, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Istana Negara, and the various hotels accommodating the summit’s delegates will be affected from 23rd May to 28th May, as shared by the Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department, or Jabatan Siastan Dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik (JSPT) in a Facebook post.
Image adapted from: JSPT via Facebook
The road closures will unfold in phases, from 7am to 8pm, with each temporary closure and diversion lasting roughly 30 minutes. The roads will reopen when the official vehicles have arrived at their destination.
What highways and roads in Klang Valley are affected?
Here’s a closer look at the road closure timeline, as shared in a statement by JSPT:
21st & 22nd May
There will be a dry run of the upcoming traffic on 21st (Wed) and 22nd May (Thu), around the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and Istana Negara. Closures and detours are expected during these days.
23rd-28th May
The arrival of foreign delegates, from KLIA/Subang Air Force, will affect the following routes:
- Lebuh KLIA
- Elite Expressway (KLIA-Putrajaya)
- NKVE (Subang-Jalan Duta)
- Guthrie Expressway
- North-South Expressway (Sungai Buloh-City Centre)
- MEX Expressway
- KL-Seremban Expressway
- Lingkaran Putrajaya
- Jalan Istana
- Jalan Damansara
- Jalan Tun Abdul Razak
- Jalan Ampang
- Jalan Sultan Ismail
- Jalan Bukit Bintang
- Jalan Imbi
- Jalan Parlimen
- Jalan Kuching
26th May
On 26th May (Mon), closures will be in effect from 7am until all arrivals have arrived at KLCC from their hotels, then resuming from 7pm until completed.
The six affected roads are:
- Junction of Jalan Ampang / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Sultan Ismail / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan Pinang
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Jalan Kia Peng
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Persiaran KLCC
27th May
Closures are set from 7am until the end of arrival at these main roads on 27th May (Tue), as the delegates travel from their hotels to KLCC:
- Junction of Jalan Ampang / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Sultan Ismail / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan Pinang
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Jalan Kia Peng
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Persiaran KLCC
And also from 11.45 am, from KLCC to Istana Negara:
- Entire stretch of Jalan Tun Razak
- Entire stretch of Jalan Mahameru
- Entire stretch of Jalan Sultan Abdul Halim
And finally from 1.45pm, from Istana Negara to KLCC:
- Entire stretch of Jalan Parlimen/Jalan Kuching
- Entire stretch of Jalan Sultan Ismail
- Junction of Jalan Sultan Ismail / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan P. Ramlee
- Junction of Jalan Perak / Jalan Pinang
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Jalan Kia Peng
- Junction of Jalan Stonor / Persiaran KLCC
28th May
The final closure begins at 8am on 28th May (Wed), from hotels to KLIA/Subang Air Force Base. These main roads and highways will be affected:
- Lebuh KLIA
- Elite Expressway (KLIA-Putrajaya)
- NKVE (Subang-Jalan Duta)
- Guthrie Expressway
- North-South Expressway (Sungai Buloh-City Centre)
- MEX Expressway
- KL-Seremban Expressway
- Lingkaran Putrajaya
- Jalan Istana
- Jalan Damansara
- Jalan Tun Abdul Razak
- Jalan Ampang
- Jalan Sultan Ismail
- Jalan Bukit Bintang
- Jalan Imbi
- Jalan Parlimen
Public cooperation to ensure smooth travel for all
To aid smooth traffic flow, motorists are strongly advised against parking along the affected roads. Enforcement teams will be dispatched to make patrols and take necessary action, including towing away vehicles if needed. Furthermore, both commercial vehicles will be barred from entering the city center from 23rd to 28th May.
In light of these substantial road closures, commuters are strongly encouraged to plan their journeys ahead of time and opt for public transportation whenever possible.
6 highways and 25 roads to close for the ASEAN Summit
While the necessary road closures might lead to some degree of inconvenience, they’re pivotal for ensuring safety and seamless operations during this important event. By staying informed and pre-planning your travels, you can ensure smoother travels regardless of the traffic situation.
Cover image adapted from: New Straits Times