Malaysia foreign policy

Foreign policy begins at home, and the country has experienced nearly unprecedented political instability over the past two years.

The Malaysian Foreign Minister has again lamented the junta's lack of cooperation in the implementation of the Southeast Asian bloc's peace plan.

The Muhyiddin government seems keen to thaw the ice, but there are major pitfalls ahead.

While the newly appointed prime minister’s position is far from unchallenged, it is worth looking at what his reign might mean for the country’s domestic politics and foreign policy.

A closer look at the context behind the move as well as its potential significance.

The killing of Qassem Soleimani is yet another reminder of the risks of Malaysia playing a more active role in the Middle East.

A closer look at what a significant new document means for the country’s foreign policy in the coming months and years.

The trip highlighted efforts by both sides to make inroads in the defense aspect of ties despite lingering challenges.

A closer look at the significance of a recent development within the Southeast Asian state’s approach.

Malaysia is sticking with its Cold War-era strategy of selective alignment and strategic ambiguity.

A closer look at the PH government’s emerging foreign affairs framework a year after it took office and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.