Malaysia, ASEAN not neutral on Gaza issue

Malaysia and ASEAN are not bystanders in international conflicts such as the Gaza crisis, maintaining a firm stance based on human rights principles and a rejection of atrocities. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized that the bloc's approach is guided by ASEAN Centrality, enabling engagement with all parties without alignment to any specific superpower or ideology.

"This means we are not tied to any particular ideological stance or major power, but we still firmly state our position based on human rights principles, abuse of power, and atrocities against minorities anywhere," Anwar said in an interview with Russian media.

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This means we are not tied to any particular ideological stance or major power, but we still firmly state our position based on human rights principles, abuse of power, and atrocities against minorities anywhere.

Anwar highlighted Malaysia's independent foreign policy, which includes navigating geopolitical issues involving various nations. He affirmed that Malaysia consistently voices its position against attacks on sovereign states, viewing such matters through the fundamental principles of international relations. The Prime Minister also noted Malaysia's ongoing diplomatic efforts with relevant leaders to seek resolutions to ongoing conflicts.

Anwar is currently in Kazan, Russia, for the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, held from June 17-18, at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin. The summit aims to strengthen ties and discuss cooperation between ASEAN and Russia.

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Malaysia continues to engage in diplomatic efforts with leaders of relevant countries to find solutions to the ongoing conflicts.