KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 – The Movement for an Informed Society Malaysia (WADAH) has urged ASEAN member states to revive the Zone of Peace.
Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) as a key strategic agenda for 2026 amid rising geopolitical and geo-economic challenges in Southeast Asia.
In a statement issued in Bandar Baru Bangi, WADAH said ZOPFAN remains crucial in safeguarding regional peace, strategic neutrality and economic stability.
As ASEAN faces major power rivalry and maritime tensions. WADAH secretary-general Azizuddin Ahmad called for stronger implementation mechanisms.
Under the ASEAN Political-Security Community Blueprint 2026, including the establishment of a High-Level Panel on Regional Neutrality.
The group also welcomed remarks by Anwar Ibrahim stressing the importance of regional cooperation and peace during Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship transition to the Philippines.
