Raised eyebrows as Anwar turns to convicted Thai strongman Thaksin for advice on Asean
An analyst says the PM's choice of a foreigner to advise him indicates a lack of confidence in Malaysia's ability to lead Asean.
Pressure builds on Anwar to condemn US over 'blanket support' for Israeli offensive in Gaza
Critics say 'too little' has come from the prime minister who was previously mired in controversial remarks on the Palestine-Israel conflict.
Saudis confirmed Anwar's meeting with crown prince, says Wisma Putra
The foreign ministry says the polemics and 'unfounded perceptions' raised will not help efforts to dignify Malaysian diplomacy.
Anwar flew to Saudi Arabia after getting last-minute approval to meet Saudi ruler?
A veteran journalist calls the trip an 'embarrassment' but thinks the storm will subside after Anwar's trip to China.
No criminal elements in Wisma Putra-linked audio clip, police say
The case has been handed over to the foreign ministry for an internal investigation.
Wisma Putra to let police probe leak of diplomatic information
It says the internal ministry report will be handed over to the police for further study and action.
Datin who worked for ex-minister ‘leaked sensitive diplomatic info’
This comes hot on the heels of Wisma Putra's action against two diplomats in the UAE over a blunder during the prime minister's recent trip there.
Recalled diplomats to return to Wisma Putra, no ‘cold storage’, says PSD DG
Public Service Department director-general Mohd Shafiq Abdullah says they will undergo courses to increase their skills, which is a common practice at the ministry.
Nine Malaysians, two dependents arrive safely in Poland from Ukraine
They are heading to Warsaw and are expected to return to Kuala Lumpur soon, says Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah.
Nazri being considered for ambassador’s job?
Any such move would be a break from the policy announced during the Pakatan Harapan administration that only career diplomats would be given these posts.
Anti-refugee soundbites from ministry might deal a blow to Wisma Putra’s bid for UN rights council seat
There are concerns about Malaysia's diplomatic image as well as its treatment of refugees as seen in recent events involving foreign workers and migrants.
Malaysia defends extradition after North Korea cuts ties
The foreign ministry says Mun Chol Myong's extradition was only carried out after the due legal process had been exhausted, and in accordance with the principles of justice and rule of law.
