Geopolitics & Regional Security news in Malaysia
8 stories across Malaysia, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
Indonesia announced it is investigating reports that several of its citizens may have joined the Russian military and been deployed to fight in Ukraine. The government is looking into the allegations and has not yet confirmed the details.
German drone maker Quantum Systems entered the US market with assistance from CIA-linked investor In-Q-Tel, according to its co-CEO. This highlights the influence of US capital and networks on Europe's emerging defense industry.
Former US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's Kharg Island, which handles 90% of Iran's oil exports, is being 'blown to smithereens', but provided no further details. Such an attack would severely disrupt global energy trade and pressure Iran's economy.
North Korea's foreign ministry stated that the United States' hostile policy remains unchanged, and vowed to further strengthen its nuclear force as an absolute guarantee for defending its sovereignty.
Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the Strait of Malacca remains free and safe for navigation, highlighting trilateral cooperation on maritime security and safety in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — Malaysia is ready to expand and strengthen more substantive defence cooper...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 — Malaysia and Cambodia are committed to further strengthening bilateral ties, part...
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 — The United States (US) is committed to continuing to strengthen close ties with Malaysia, in...