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Malaysia, Brunei call for restraint amid West Asia tensions
Malaysia and Brunei have expressed deep concern over escalating hostilities in West Asia, calling for all parties to exercise restraint and respect national sovereignty. Both nations urged the international community to pursue diplomatic solutions to prevent further destabilisation.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia and Brunei have issued a joint statement calling for calm and restraint as tensions continue to mount in West Asia, warning that further escalation poses risks to regional and global stability.
The two Southeast Asian nations expressed serious concern over the recent intensification of hostilities in the region, emphasising the need for all parties to respect international law and the sovereignty of nations involved. Both countries stressed that military action and aggressive posturing would only worsen the situation and create greater humanitarian challenges.
In their statement, Malaysia and Brunei urged the international community and regional actors to pursue diplomatic channels to resolve outstanding disputes. They called on all parties to engage in constructive dialogue aimed at de-escalation and peaceful settlement of differences.
The statement reflects growing unease among ASEAN members over developments in West Asia and their potential spillover effects on the wider region. Malaysia and Brunei reaffirmed their commitment to promoting peace, stability and respect for international norms in addressing regional conflicts.