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Malaysia and the ‘Indo-Pacific’: Why the Hesitancy?

Malaysia and the ‘Indo-Pacific’: Why the Hesitancy?

By Khoo Ying Hooi
The country's strategic and policymaking class has been slow to get on board the new strategic concept.

Malaysia and the Indo-Pacific: Navigating the Ocean of Strategic Uncertainties

Malaysia and the Indo-Pacific: Navigating the Ocean of Strategic Uncertainties

By Rahul Mishra and Peter Brian M. Wang
Many nations are embracing the strategic construct of the "Indo-Pacific," but Malaysia is yet to clarify its position on the concept.
Drone Delivery Puts the Focus on US-Malaysia Security Cooperation

Drone Delivery Puts the Focus on US-Malaysia Security Cooperation

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent development put the spotlight on ongoing defense collaboration despite ongoing challenges for ties.

Upcoming Helicopter Delivery Highlights Malaysia’s Defense Capabilities

Upcoming Helicopter Delivery Highlights Malaysia’s Defense Capabilities

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The confirmation of the delivery puts the focus on one platform within Malaysia’s wider military capabilities.

What’s Next for Malaysia’s Capabilities After Its Helicopter Decommissioning?

What’s Next for Malaysia’s Capabilities After Its Helicopter Decommissioning?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Ongoing efforts to decommission aging equipment spotlight the broader issue with the country’s capabilities.

Malaysia-China Security Ties in the Spotlight with First Littoral Mission Ship Delivery

Malaysia-China Security Ties in the Spotlight with First Littoral Mission Ship Delivery

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The handover of the first capital defense asset acquired from China by Malaysia highlighted the ongoing status of a landmark security agreement between the two countries. The handover of the first capital defense asset acquired from China by Malaysia highlighted the ongoing status of a landmark security agreement between the two countries.

Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan Government Undertakes 3 New Defense Plans

Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan Government Undertakes 3 New Defense Plans

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country is planning on following through on its defense white paper launch with a series of additional plans.
What to Make of Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Launch

What to Make of Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Launch

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The adoption of the document has highlighted both the opportunities and challenges it offers for the country’s defense policy.

What’s in the Malaysia Palm Oil Defense Countertrade Chatter?

What’s in the Malaysia Palm Oil Defense Countertrade Chatter?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s defense minister has once again suggested the idea as an option in its defense policy.

Army Chief Introductory Visit Puts Malaysia-Brunei Ties into Focus

Army Chief Introductory Visit Puts Malaysia-Brunei Ties into Focus

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted the security aspect of ties between the two Southeast Asian states.

The Future of New Malaysia’s Defense Policy in Focus with Countertrade Chatter

The Future of New Malaysia’s Defense Policy in Focus with Countertrade Chatter

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the context for ongoing discussions on this front.
What’s Behind Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Talk?

What’s Behind Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Talk?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the one of the new government’s key priorities in the security realm.

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