Malaysian Defence Minister Datuk Seri Khaled Nordin emphasized Malaysia's commitment to steering Asean towards a peaceful region amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea. He stressed the importance of diplomacy in resolving conflicts, acknowledging China's significant influence in the region. Khaled affirmed Malaysia's unwavering claim to its territories in the disputed South China Sea and highlighted Malaysia's role as Asean chair in facilitating the conclusion of the Code of Conduct involving China.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivers a talk on ASEAN Dynamism: Capitalising on Opportunities & Navigating Transitions, moderated by Head of Economics of CGS International Securities, Nazmi Idrus, during a Forum Ekonomi Malaysia 2025 held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre today. - Bernama --fotoBERNAMA COPYRIGHT RESERVED
“We have to live with China, we want to live in a peaceful manner or in a situation where we have continuous problems and hostility?” said Khaled. Khaled also said Malaysia remains firm on its claim in the disputed territory of the South China Sea, adding that it is non-negotiable. He added that as Asean chairman, Malaysia’s main agenda will also focus on expediting the conclusion to the Code of Conduct which also involves China.
“A lot of things are going on in cyberspace that are intersecting with what's going on with the maritime space and we may need to have more serious discussions about,” said the Asia Programme senior fellow at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
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