MALAYSIA STRONGLY CONDEMNS THE LATEST KILLING OF CIVILIANS IN GAZA

Malaysia strongly condemns the attack by Israel’s forces in Gaza which resulted in the deaths of innocent civilians, including children and journalists.

The attack constitutes a grave violation of international humanitarian law and international human rights law, as well as a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement declared by United States President Donald J. Trump as part of his 20-point Peace Plan on 29 September 2025.

Malaysia reiterates that all parties to the conflict are obliged to uphold international law. Attacks that result in the loss of civilian life and impede access to safety and essential services are unacceptable and undermine efforts towards de-escalation, peace, and stability.

Malaysia remains steadfast in its support for the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights, including their right to self-determination and the establishment of a sovereign and independent State of Palestine based on pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Malaysia reiterates its call for an immediate and sustained cessation of hostilities and for all parties to recommit to a return to meaningful negotiations toward a just and lasting peace.

PUTRAJAYA

22 January 2026 

MALAYSIA STRONGLY CONDEMNS ISRAEL’S ATTACK ON UNRWA HEADQUARTERS

Malaysia condemns in the strongest terms Israel’s incursion into the headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and the demolition of its premises in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem on 20 January 2026.

Israel has a legal obligation under international law to facilitate, without obstruction, humanitarian relief efforts by UN entities, particularly UNRWA, as well as by international organisations and Member States; to protect all humanitarian and medical personnel; and to uphold the privileges, immunities, and inviolability of the UN, its premises, property, and officials, as reaffirmed by the Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice dated 22 October 2025.

Malaysia calls on the international community to hold Israel accountable for the continuing serious violation of international law, including the UN Charter, the 1946 UN Convention on the Privileges and Immunities, and relevant UN resolutions. This impunity must end.

PUTRAJAYA

21 January 2026 

PRESENTATION OF LETTERS OF CREDENCE BY FOREIGN HEADS OF MISSION TO MALAYSIA

20 JANUARY 2026

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia received the Letters of Credence of 12 Foreign Heads of Mission to Malaysia at a ceremony on 20 January 2026 at the Istana Negara.

The envoys are 10 resident Foreign Heads of Mission, namely H.E. Dr Sandor Sipos, Ambassador of Hungary; H.E. Mr. Manjurul Karim Khan Chowdhury, High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh; H.E. Mr. Abdoul Aziz Loum, Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal; H.E. Mr. Jehad Fouad Mabrouk Alqedra, Ambassador of the State of Palestine; H.E. Mr. Peter Spišiak, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic; H.E. Mr. Maher Kheir, Ambassador of Lebanon; H.E. Mr. Diego Pelufo Acosta y Lara, Ambassador of Uruguay; H.E. Mr. Osamah bin Dakhel R. Al-Ahmadi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; H.E. Mr. Raden Mohammad Iman Hascarya Kusumo, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia; and H.E. Mr. Marc Abensour, Ambassador of the French Republic; as well as two (2) non resident Foreign Heads of Mission, namely H.E. Mr. Ibrahim Bileh Doualeh, Ambassador of the Republic of Djibouti (residing in Tokyo, Japan) and H.E. Mr. Luis Manuel de Magalhães de Albuquerque Veloso, Ambassador of the Portuguese Republic (residing in Bangkok, Thailand).

The ceremony was also attended by Honourable Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Haji Hasan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and H.E. Dato’ Sri Amran bin Mohamed Zin, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The ceremony reflects Malaysia’s continued effort to strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation with friendly nations, in the spirit of mutual respect, shared interests, and the promotion of regional and global peace, security and prosperity.

PUTRAJAYA

20 January 2026 

UPDATE ON THE STATUS OF A MALAYSIAN CITIZEN IN JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA

Allahyarhamah Nadiah Kasumawati, who passed away on 15 January 2026, has been safely buried in the Dhahban Cemetery in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia at 7.35 am, local time on 19 January 2026, in the presence of the husband and daughter of the deceased.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Embassy of Malaysia in Riyadh and the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah, worked closely with the next-of-kin and local authorities to facilitate and coordinate all necessary funeral and burial arrangements.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its appreciation to all the parties involved, in particular the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, King Fahd Hospital and other relevant agencies, for their assistance in this connection.

PUTRAJAYA

19 January 2026 

STATUS OF MALAYSIAN CITIZEN REPORTED MISSING IN JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah, refers to the case of a Malaysian citizen, Puan Nadiah Kasumawati, who was reported missing in Jeddah on 15 January 2026.

Following extensive efforts by the Consulate General to locate the individual, including coordination with local authorities and a review of available records, the Ministry has confirmed that the individual has passed away.

The next-of-kin has been notified of this development. The Ministry extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased during this difficult time. In this regard, the Ministry also wishes to express its appreciation to the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for their assistance in this matter.

The Embassy of Malaysia in Riyadh and the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah are currently providing all necessary consular assistance to the family to ensure that all arrangements are well taken care of. Representatives from the Embassy and Consulate General will be on-site to personally monitor the situation and facilitate the next steps.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates its commitment to the welfare and safety of all Malaysian citizens abroad. In respect of the privacy of the family, the Ministry will not be disclosing further personal details regarding this case.

PUTRAJAYA

18 January 2026