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Malaysia's Ban on Israeli Ships Does Not Affect Relations with Other Nations


Fri 22 Dec 2023 | 02:32 PM
By Ahmad El-Assasy

Malaysian Foreign Minister, Mohamed Hassan, stated that his country's decision to ban Israeli ships from entering Malaysian ports does not impact its relationships with other countries.

Speaking to journalists on Friday, the Foreign Minister emphasized that the decision is a clear representation of Malaysia's firm stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 

He affirmed Malaysia's continued role in supporting the Palestinian cause internationally.

Malaysia announced on Wednesday that it would immediately prevent Israeli ships and vessels flying the Israeli flag from docking at Malaysian ports. 

The government also imposed permanent restrictions on the Israeli shipping company, Zim, from docking at any Malaysian port.