Malaysia backs vote against Russia at UN special session
Members of the Security Council meet to address the invasion of Ukraine at the United Nations headquarters in New York February 28, 2022. — AFP pic
KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 — Malaysia voted in favour of the 11th Emergency Special Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly which adopted the resolution entitled “Aggression Against Ukraine” on Wednesday.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) said in a statement today, Malaysia, in its Explanation of Vote, reiterated its commitment to the principles and purposes of the Charter of the UN and to the inviolability of the fundamental principles of territorial integrity and sovereignty of a country.
“While Malaysia may not have agreed to every single word in the resolution, Malaysia supported and voted in favour of it in line with the country’s long-standing position on the need to consistently uphold the principles of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of States – principles which are sacrosanct to Malaysia.
“Underlining its strong and close relations with both Ukraine and Russia, Malaysia believes that the differences and legitimate security concerns of both parties, given the complex geopolitical context, must be addressed through dialogue and peaceful means,” it said in the statement.
In this regard, Malaysia welcomes the direct talks held between Russia and Ukraine in Belarus and hopes that such peaceful talks would lead to a successful outcome.
Malaysia further called on the Security Council to continue its effort in resolving this conflict, emphasising the need for the Council to live up to its primary responsibility as the custodian of international peace and security.
“As a responsible member of the UN, Malaysia reaffirms its long-standing commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes.
“Malaysia will continue to support international efforts to seek a peaceful and amicable solution to the conflict in the interest of maintaining regional and international peace and security, as well as promoting greater prosperity,” added the statement.
The resolution, which was adopted by a majority of the 193-member UN General Assembly, received 141 affirmative votes, 5 against and 35 abstentions.
The adoption comes after the General Assembly held its Emergency Special Session on the situation in Ukraine on Monday and Tuesday.
The resolution called "Aggression Against Ukraine" demands that "the Russian Federation immediately cease its use of force against Ukraine and to refrain from any further unlawful threat of use of force against any UN member state." — Bernama
KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 — Malaysia voted in favour of the 11th Emergency Special Session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly which adopted the resolution entitled “Aggression Against Ukraine” on Wednesday.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) said in a statement today, Malaysia, in its Explanation of Vote, reiterated its commitment to the principles and purposes of the Charter of the UN and to the inviolability of the fundamental principles of territorial integrity and sovereignty of a country.
“While Malaysia may not have agreed to every single word in the resolution, Malaysia supported and voted in favour of it in line with the country’s long-standing position on the need to consistently uphold the principles of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of States – principles which are sacrosanct to Malaysia.
“Underlining its strong and close relations with both Ukraine and Russia, Malaysia believes that the differences and legitimate security concerns of both parties, given the complex geopolitical context, must be addressed through dialogue and peaceful means,” it said in the statement.
In this regard, Malaysia welcomes the direct talks held between Russia and Ukraine in Belarus and hopes that such peaceful talks would lead to a successful outcome.
Malaysia further called on the Security Council to continue its effort in resolving this conflict, emphasising the need for the Council to live up to its primary responsibility as the custodian of international peace and security.
“As a responsible member of the UN, Malaysia reaffirms its long-standing commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes.
“Malaysia will continue to support international efforts to seek a peaceful and amicable solution to the conflict in the interest of maintaining regional and international peace and security, as well as promoting greater prosperity,” added the statement.
The resolution, which was adopted by a majority of the 193-member UN General Assembly, received 141 affirmative votes, 5 against and 35 abstentions.
The adoption comes after the General Assembly held its Emergency Special Session on the situation in Ukraine on Monday and Tuesday.
The resolution called "Aggression Against Ukraine" demands that "the Russian Federation immediately cease its use of force against Ukraine and to refrain from any further unlawful threat of use of force against any UN member state." — Bernama
59 years ago, a giant neighbour refused to accept Malaysia's right to exist as an independent nation, especially one aligned with the West, which Malaysia was largely so at the time.
ReplyDeleteThe giant neighbour considered Malaysia as part of its Sphere of Influence by automatic right and might , Nusantara.
Ganyang Malaysia, just like Putin's Ganyang Ukraine in 2022.
Fortunately, relations have evolved into peaceful , mutually beneficial links, but the principles remain.
Malaysia could not and cannot afford to stand neutral on another giant country's Ganyang Ukraine in the name of its Sphere of Influence.
Wakakakaka…
DeleteYell that to the Mexican govt who plainly refuses to take part in any US proposed sanctions of Russia!
BTW, where's Mexico?
How military power is Mexico?
Keep to yr "Ganyang Ukraine in the name of its Sphere of Influence" fart of US theme!
Just goes to show the Putin-parrot lie that small countries have Zero choice but to kowtow to giant neighbours.
DeleteMexico is clearly showing it has a right to its own foreign policy.
No doubt Mexico frequently faces American pressure on all kinds of issues, but it is peaceful pressure, and Mexico frequently pushes back - without any violent consequences.
Wakakakaka…
DeleteHow about comparing what u have started with US-Canada telationship?
Ain't that's a classic kowtowing to a big bully as in yr "small countries have Zero choice but to kowtow to giant neighbours"?
Wiser still in the same 5-eyes lair yet been treated as servant!
Peaceful pressure? Without any violent consequences?
Yaloh, tell that to all those South America nations. They r the closest in distant to yr uncle Sam. Yet how Venezuela, Argentina, Nicaragua etc fare under yr beloved idol's peaceful pressure without any violent consequences.
Wow… wow… how 'high' would u climb to defend yr idol?