KUALA LUMPUR, April 5 — Malaysia must adopt a prudent diplomatic approach in navigating global economic uncertainties arising from geopolitical conflicts that are disrupting supply chains and affecting commodity prices, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
He said while the country remains firm in its stance on international issues, its trade and economic relations with major global powers must be managed strategically.
Anwar said the art of diplomacy enables Malaysia to maintain good relations with various countries, including those in West Asia and the United States (US), without compromising national interests.
“While we are firm in addressing injustices, including those involving the United States, we must remain wise and avoid becoming overly adversarial so that we can continue to maintain trade cooperation.
“This is the art of diplomacy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs plays a key role in guiding us. While we firmly support Iran, we continue to engage in trade with the US.
“Some countries push for confrontation and ask whether we are ‘with them or against them’. That approach does not work, we must act with wisdom,” he said. — Bernama
Date: 5 April, 2026 9:00 pm
Source: Malay Mail
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