Irrespective of the outcome, the country faces some critical challenges that need to be addressed.

Malaysia will send a warship to fully participate in the world’s largest international maritime exercise for the first time.

Public discussion of the proposal belies the challenges inherent in adopting it as well as Malaysia’s own approach to the question.

Though the country continues to eye expanding its fleet, it remains a long way off from achieving that goal.

Deputy premier’s remarks are testament to lingering challenges that remain for regional states.

Agreement in principle reached in the context of growing bilateral defense ties.

A closer look at reports that China has had its second known docking of submarines in the Southeast Asian state.

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak’s first White House visit is a chance to address broader challenges in bilateral ties.

Despite the obvious challenges, one should not dismiss the possibility of advances being made in the future.

Inaugural drills are yet another sign of Beijing’s deepening security role in the subregion.

The setting up of a high-level body is yet another move to boost their security ties.

Recent controversies over the country’s foreign policy decisions are the product of a broader problem.

A closer look at where a ‘landmark’ agreement stands.

Suggestions of a dramatic shift are grossly exaggerated and not grounded in reality.