MELBOURNE, March 7 ― Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reiterated Malaysia’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of disputes in the South China Sea issue. Speaking at the retreat session of the Asean-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne, Anwar emphasized Malaysia’s dedication to resolving conflicts in line with universally recognized principles of international law, including the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Anwar underscored the importance of maintaining the South China Sea as a sea of peace, stability, and trade, urging all parties involved to exercise self-restraint in their actions to avoid further complicating the situation. Additionally, he expressed Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to facilitating a peaceful resolution to the crisis in Myanmar, emphasizing the importance of the ASEAN Leaders’ Review and Decision on the Implementation of the Five-Point Consensus.
Anwar commended Australia’s consistent support for ASEAN’s efforts and the Five-Point Consensus, including humanitarian assistance extended to the people of Myanmar. He stressed the shared vision of peace and stability between ASEAN and Australia, highlighting the potential for collaboration in promoting dialogue and peaceful co-existence. Anwar affirmed Malaysia’s dedication to playing a constructive and meaningful role in shaping a more harmonious and safer future for all.
