KOTA KINABALU: The State Government is committed to supporting Malaysia’s foreign policy, and the country’s active role in international relations for the benefit of the nation as a whole.
The emphasis in the pursuit of Malaysia’s foreign policy objectives takes into account a wide range of concerns, including maintaining peaceful relations with all countries regardless of ideology and political systems and adopting an independent, non-aligned, and principled stance in regional and international diplomatic affairs.
Malaysia, according to Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Aman, also works to forge close relations and economic partnerships with all nations, particularly with ASEAN and other regional groupings, and helps to promote peace and stability in the region through capacity building and conflict resolution measures.
“We, however, acknowledge that implementing foreign policy is not as simple and as straight forward, despite mechanisms in place for cooperation, understanding and conflict resolution. Most of the time, foreign policy work involves complex and challenging tasks against a backdrop of a dynamic environment and challenging world politics.
“Nonetheless, I am confident that Malaysia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry is always prepared to respond to any changes affecting the world and foreign relations. By doing so, it is able to ensure that Malaysia’s sovereignty and national interests are adequately protected, and our views and positions are well articulated in the international arena,” he explained.
Speaking to delegates of the 8th Heads of Mission Conference (HOMC) during the welcoming dinner here last night, Musa said he hoped the Foreign Affairs Ministry would work closely with the relevant ministries and agencies to establish workable terms of reference in implementing Malaysia’s national interests, and also coordinates marketing and branding strategies for the country abroad.
He stressed that this proactive approach has been successful in making Malaysia a respected nation on the global front.
Musa said that as the global society moves towards advanced development, countries cannot opt to isolate themselves.
“Nations depend on each other to prosper and to grow the economy, and with that improve living standards of their citizens. Each nation has its respective vision and medium to long term plans, but it will be difficult to achieve our aspirations if we fail to forge ties or to cooperate with other countries, especially with those we share borders with,” he said.
On another development, Musa believed the Heads of Missions here can play a significant role in promoting Malaysia in general, and Sabah in particular as destination for both investors and tourists.
“Sabah’s economic agenda focuses on agriculture, tourism and manufacturing as engines of growth and we are also in the process of transforming our economy into one that is more diversified and driven by knowledge and innovation.
“The state’s scenic attractions ranging from ocean-deep to mountain-high, coupled with a rich and diverse cultural heritage, have turned the State into an increasingly popular tourist destination. Our commitment to continuously safeguard the environment is also a plus point in efforts to further develop eco-tourism which attracts a specialized group of travelers.
“Our unity in diversity is our strength, making Sabah a role model for the 1Malaysia concept. We live in peace and harmony despite the diversity in race, religion and cultures that exist in various communities throughout the state,” he said.
He also hoped that the conference would provide the delegates the opportunity to discuss and clarify matters that are of concern to participating countries, and assist them to foster better understanding and relations, which can then be shared with the respective host governments during their missions.
The emphasis in the pursuit of Malaysia’s foreign policy objectives takes into account a wide range of concerns, including maintaining peaceful relations with all countries regardless of ideology and political systems and adopting an independent, non-aligned, and principled stance in regional and international diplomatic affairs.
Malaysia, according to Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Aman, also works to forge close relations and economic partnerships with all nations, particularly with ASEAN and other regional groupings, and helps to promote peace and stability in the region through capacity building and conflict resolution measures.
“We, however, acknowledge that implementing foreign policy is not as simple and as straight forward, despite mechanisms in place for cooperation, understanding and conflict resolution. Most of the time, foreign policy work involves complex and challenging tasks against a backdrop of a dynamic environment and challenging world politics.
“Nonetheless, I am confident that Malaysia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry is always prepared to respond to any changes affecting the world and foreign relations. By doing so, it is able to ensure that Malaysia’s sovereignty and national interests are adequately protected, and our views and positions are well articulated in the international arena,” he explained.
Speaking to delegates of the 8th Heads of Mission Conference (HOMC) during the welcoming dinner here last night, Musa said he hoped the Foreign Affairs Ministry would work closely with the relevant ministries and agencies to establish workable terms of reference in implementing Malaysia’s national interests, and also coordinates marketing and branding strategies for the country abroad.
He stressed that this proactive approach has been successful in making Malaysia a respected nation on the global front.
Musa said that as the global society moves towards advanced development, countries cannot opt to isolate themselves.
“Nations depend on each other to prosper and to grow the economy, and with that improve living standards of their citizens. Each nation has its respective vision and medium to long term plans, but it will be difficult to achieve our aspirations if we fail to forge ties or to cooperate with other countries, especially with those we share borders with,” he said.
On another development, Musa believed the Heads of Missions here can play a significant role in promoting Malaysia in general, and Sabah in particular as destination for both investors and tourists.
“Sabah’s economic agenda focuses on agriculture, tourism and manufacturing as engines of growth and we are also in the process of transforming our economy into one that is more diversified and driven by knowledge and innovation.
“The state’s scenic attractions ranging from ocean-deep to mountain-high, coupled with a rich and diverse cultural heritage, have turned the State into an increasingly popular tourist destination. Our commitment to continuously safeguard the environment is also a plus point in efforts to further develop eco-tourism which attracts a specialized group of travelers.
“Our unity in diversity is our strength, making Sabah a role model for the 1Malaysia concept. We live in peace and harmony despite the diversity in race, religion and cultures that exist in various communities throughout the state,” he said.
He also hoped that the conference would provide the delegates the opportunity to discuss and clarify matters that are of concern to participating countries, and assist them to foster better understanding and relations, which can then be shared with the respective host governments during their missions.
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