The Embassy of Malaysia in Beirut had the honour of welcoming Lieutenant General Dato' Tengku Muhammad Fauzi bin Tengku Ibrahim, Joint Forces Commander of Malaysia, and his distinguished delegation during their Working Visit to Lebanon, 22-25 July 2026.
Upon arrival, the delegation was warmly received by Mr Johan Arief, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of Malaysia in Beirut.
During the courtesy visit, both sides held a productive and cordial discussion on matters of mutual interest, particularly Malaysia's enduring commitment to international peace and security, as reflected in its participation in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The discussions also focused on the continued close cooperation between the Embassy and the Malaysian Battalion (MALBATT) 850-13 in supporting the welfare, operational readiness, and mission success of Malaysian peacekeepers serving in southern Lebanon.
Mr Johan reaffirmed the Embassy's unwavering support for MALBATT 850-13 and commended the professionalism, courage, and dedication of its personnel, who have proudly represented Malaysia in Lebanon for nearly two decades. Their exemplary service has not only helped maintain peace and stability in southern Lebanon but also strengthened Malaysia's reputation as a trusted and respected contributor to global peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.
The visit further underscored the close partnership between the Embassy of Malaysia in Beirut and MALBATT 850-13 in advancing Malaysia's diplomatic and peacekeeping objectives, while reaffirming the nation's steadfast commitment to promoting peace, security, and international cooperation.
The Embassy of Malaysia in Beirut extends its sincere appreciation to Lieutenant General Dato' Tengku Muhammad Fauzi bin Tengku Ibrahim and his distinguished delegation for their visit and wishes them a productive, meaningful, and successful stay in Lebanon. The Embassy also expresses its gratitude for the Joint Forces Commander's continued leadership in upholding Malaysia's proud peacekeeping legacy.
