Trump’s First ASEAN Summit: Malaysia’s Chairmanship Faces Test of Unity and Diplomacy

Political analyst Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs. BY TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — The spotlight of global diplomacy shifts to Kuala Lumpur this week as Malaysia hosts the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, drawing an unprecedented assembly of regional and world…

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Sumud Flotilla: Malaysia’s Steadfast Stand for Palestine

The Sumud Nusantara activist delegation is expected to return to Malaysia safely tonight. Their arrival is scheduled around 9.50 p.m. (Malaysian time). Image credit – FB Ahmad Farhan Fauzi Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s decisive diplomacy secures the release of 23 Malaysian activists, underscoring the nation’s long-standing moral commitment to Gaza’s struggle. An Analysis by TNS…

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Malaysia Rejects Malicious Misinterpretation of Its Support for Palestine

File picture By TNS News Team PUTRAJAYA, Sept 22 – Malaysia has categorically rejected what it described as “malicious attempts” to misinterpret its long-standing political support and humanitarian efforts for the Palestinian people. In a statement today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said Malaysia’s position is rooted in fundamental principles of its foreign policy:…

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Khaled Nordin: ASEAN Must Stay at the Heart of Asia-Pacific Security

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin at the 2nd Plenary Session of the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH Beijing, Sept 20 – Malaysia’s Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has called for stronger ASEAN unity and respect for international law in navigating Asia-Pacific security challenges, during his maiden…

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