ANY proposal to form a military alliance among Muslim nations should be carefully evaluated to ensure that its ultimate objective – the promotion of peace – is achieved, says Datuk Mohamad Alamin.
The Deputy Foreign Minister said that any form of cooperation between Islamic countries must adopt a comprehensive approach rather than be purely military.
“A holistic approach that includes humanitarian assistance and capacity-building is essential to ensure that the objectives of peace and well-being are achieved,” he said during Ministers’ Question Time yesterday.
Mohamad was responding to a question from Nurul Amin Hamid (PN-Padang Terap), who had asked about Malaysia’s official position following a statement by Iraq’s Prime Minister calling for the establishment of a military alliance among Islamic countries to counter Israel’s aggression.
Mohamad said that Malaysia has long been committed to peace and stability through international peacekeeping missions.
“Since 2007, the Malaysian Armed Forces, through the Malaysian Battalion, have been serving under the UN Interim Force in Lebanon. This participation demonstrates Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to UN peacekeeping efforts and reinforces our stance in supporting regional and international peace and security,” he said.
When asked about Malaysia’s position on the 20-point peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, Mohamad said Malaysia welcomes all genuine peace efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire and ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches Gaza.
He added that Malaysia will continue to leverage its good relations with intermediary countries such as Qatar and Turkiye to facilitate further dialogue.
