Malaysia has conducted ministerial-level meetings with China and Vietnam to address their island-building activities in the South China Sea. Foreign Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan stated the government urges these nations to avoid actions that could increase tensions. He explained that Malaysia employs a multi-pronged strategy, using both high-level dialogue and formal diplomatic protests to convey its concerns.
The minister described the situation as complex and sensitive, noting all actions are based on a comprehensive consideration of national interests to prevent escalation. Malaysia also continues to patrol and monitor the area through its Armed Forces and Maritime Enforcement Agency. Regionally, the country remains committed to the ASEAN-China Code of Conduct negotiations, pledging it will not support any agreement compromising its sovereignty.
The minister described the situation as complex and sensitive, noting all actions are based on a comprehensive consideration of national interests to prevent escalation. Malaysia also continues to patrol and monitor the area through its Armed Forces and Maritime Enforcement Agency. Regionally, the country remains committed to the ASEAN-China Code of Conduct negotiations, pledging it will not support any agreement compromising its sovereignty.
