NATIONAL STATEMENT BY
H.E. MS. NADZIRAH OSMAN, PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE
PERMANENT MISSION OF MALAYSIA TO THE UNITED NATIONS
AT THE HIGH-LEVEL SEGMENT OF THE 2026 HIGH-LEVEL POLITICAL FORUM (HLPF) ON “TRANSFORMATIVE, EQUITABLE, INNOVATIVE AND COORDINATED ACTIONS FOR THE 2030 AGENDA FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND ITS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE FOR ALL”
15 JULY 2026
Mr. President,
Excellencies and distinguished delegates
Malaysia monitors its SDG performance closely since its inception. Building on the outcomes and recommendations of Malaysia’s third VNR, presented during last year’s HLPF, we continue to strengthen SDG delivery through improved policy coordination, enhanced collaboration across all levels of government and closer partnerships with the private sector, civil society and local communities.
In 2025, the Government of Malaysia published its Thirteenth Malaysia Plan, a national development policy framework for the period of 2026 to 2030, outlining sustainable development strategies to advance the implementation of the 2030 Agenda. The Plan seeks to advance economic transformation, enhance the well-being of the people, strengthen governance and promote sustainable development. The Plan is anchored by four pillars: (i) advancing economic development; (ii) enhancing social mobility; (iii) accelerating the implementation of the public service reform agenda; as well as (iv) enhancing well-being of the people.
For effective SDG governance, Malaysia has established the National SDG Council, chaired by the Prime Minister which serves as the highest decision-making body to set the national direction, priorities and milestones for SDG implementation and oversees the progress at all levels. This ensures that sustainable development translates into tangible local benefits for citizens and communities across the country, emphasizing the importance of SDG localization during implementation.
Accelerating progress also requires stronger engagement from the private sector. Malaysia’s soon-to-be-launched National ESG Strategic Plan is a strategic framework that provides a phased transition pathway to guide businesses, particularly SMEs in adopting ESG principles.
Achieving the SDGs also requires stronger international cooperation and partnerships. Malaysia calls for greater collaboration in sustainable financing, digital transformation, energy transition, technology transfer and capacity building. Focusing on HLPF 2026’s themes, we welcome cooperation in sustainable infrastructure, food security, expanding halal economy and sustainable tourism practices.
Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Malaysia believes that sustainable development cannot flourish amid conflict, instability and human suffering. Peace and inclusive progress need to be mutually reinforced, creating equitable opportunities for all and ensuring no one is left behind.
Thank you.