KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — The Foreign Ministry has yet to receive an application from the United States on the nomination of conservative commentator Nick Adams as US ambassador to Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — Malaysia, together with Asean members, is proposing reforms to the veto power held by the five permanent members (P5) of the United Nations Security Council, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

PUTRAJAYA, July 14 — The 58th Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings, which capped off successfully on Friday (July 11), undoubtedly strengthened Asean as a central player in regional diplomacy amid heightened geopolitical competition.

BANTING, July 13 — Only one Malaysian has been confirmed dead so far in the ferry sinking tragedy in the Bali Strait late on July 2.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 — Asean foreign ministers’ meetings are rarely known for drama. More often than not, they end with carefully worded communiqués and polite nods to peace, neutrality and constructive engagement. But this week’s summit in Kuala Lumpur marked a shift....

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — A new regulation aimed at tightening enforcement against illegal ship-to-ship (STS) oil transfers in Malaysian waters is set to take effect by the end of the month, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan today said Asean will continue to chart a neutral foreign policy path despite increasing pressure to take sides in the growing rivalry between the United States and China. He reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — Asean and its dialogue partners have asserted that holding elections in Myanmar is not a current priority, emphasising instead the urgent need for a permanent ceasefire and inclusive dialogue to de-escalate the ongoing crisis.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — The East Asia Summit (EAS) remains relevant and more vital than ever amid a turbulent global landscape, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — Malaysia today called for an end to the violence in Palestine and Ukraine, urging East Asia Summit (EAS) participants to act decisively to uphold international law, justice and humanity. Addressing the 15th EAS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting at the...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — The 58th Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings enter its final day today, with a packed schedule of high-level engagements involving Asean Dialogue Partners, regional stakeholders, and global counterparts.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Malaysia and Russia explored ways to enhance cooperation during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov today.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Malaysia and the United States (US) have taken a major step forward in strengthening their comprehensive partnership with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on strategic civil nuclear cooperation.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan today called for restraint and dialogue in the South China Sea, warning that growing geopolitical tensions risk undermining regional security and disrupting global trade. Speaking at the Asean...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — The accession of Algeria and Uruguay to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC) provides a formal mechanism that allows both countries to engage more effectively with Asean, whether through multilateral or bilateral frameworks, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — Algeria and Uruguay have officially joined the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), further strengthening the treaty’s standing as a cornerstone of regional stability and peaceful cooperation.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has urged Asean to embrace the Asean Community Vision 2045 as the region navigates increasing global uncertainty, warning that only foresight and strategy can ensure stability and progress.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has warned that global nuclear disarmament efforts are regressing amid rising geopolitical tensions and the advent of emerging technologies. Delivering his opening remarks at the Executive Committee Meeting...

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 — Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has stressed that efforts to promote and protect the well-being of the Asean people must remain “Asean-led and Asean-owned”. Speaking in his opening remarks at the Foreign Ministers’ Interface Meeting with...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 — The Malaysian capital will be in the international diplomatic spotlight as it prepares to host the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related meetings starting today.