The Ministry of Foreign Affairs bears the mandate and responsibility to conduct Malaysia's foreign relations with other countries. This includes matters related to political relations, economic affairs, security matters, and social and cultural promotion. The Ministry is geared towards fulfilling its role and functions:
Upholding, promoting and protecting Malaysia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and interests;
Monitoring and analysing developments in the international arena;
Developing and advising the government on foreign policy options;
Communicating the government’s foreign policy position;
Assisting other ministries and agencies in their international dealings; and