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Malaysia has joined Arab and Islamic countries in formally condemning Israeli violations at Al-Aqsa Mosque and the expansion of illegal settlements, reaffirming support for Palestinian statehood and the two-state solution.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's principled distinction between opposing Israeli government actions and respecting Jewish people globally, addressing international perceptions of Malaysia's stance.
ASEAN has appointed Malaysia as country coordinator for relations with Türkiye following the bloc's decision to accept the Turkish nation as a new Dialogue Partner. The arrangement was finalized at the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has strongly condemned the detention of the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, Sheikh Muhammad Hussein, describing it as a violation of religious freedom and a breach of the Al-Aqsa Mosque's sanctity.
Malaysia has committed to intensifying collaboration with ASEAN nations and the UNHCR to address the Rohingya refugee crisis through comprehensive regional strategies, despite constraints from ASEAN's consensus-based approach.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to pursuing an independent and non-aligned foreign policy, emphasising the nation's proactive stance in global and regional matters.