Hisham: Regional cooperation essential in combating Islamic State threat


KUALA LUMPUR: Cooperation among regional powers is vital to combat the Islamic State (IS) threat, said Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein (pic).

"Close cooperation between neighbouring countries, such as Indonesia, the Philippines and Brunei (is needed) in not just the context of asset deployment but also sharing of information, intelligence and in coordination of any counterattack, if necessary," the Defence Minister said during a press conference at the Parliament lobby on Thursday.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

Triumph of the Tun Mustapha Park
Enhanced plan to fight graft
Groups want laws integral to anti-corruption tabled
Velvet explores a ‘dark’ turn
Come listen to a symphony of voices
Kelantan MACC detains senior officers at govt agency for alleged bribery
Selangor Sultan condemns acid attack on footballer Faisal Halim
Brother-in-law describes Batang Kali drowning victim as reserved yet helpful
Faisal Halim suffered second-degree burns, says Selangor rep
Husband and wife killed in Beaufort accident

Others Also Read