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The Star
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Malaysia's new ambassador to US pledges stronger bilateral relations
Photo courtesy of Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's new Ambassador to the United States, Tan Sri Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, reaffirmed his commitment to further strengthening the Malaysia-US bilateral relationship during a credentials ceremony with President Donald J. Trump at the White House. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the Embassy of Malaysia in Washington, D.C. stated that Muhammad Shahrul Ikram presented his Letter of Credence to Trump during the Presentation of Credentials Ceremony at the White House on July 24. The ceremony officially marked him as the 18th Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to the United States. "During the ceremony, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram had the opportunity to briefly exchange warm pleasantries with Trump, conveying his commitment to further strengthen the Malaysia-United States bilateral relationship. "He also thanked the President for Secretary of State Marco Rubio's participation in the recent 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Related Meetings, held in Kuala Lumpur from July 8 to 11, which further reaffirmed the US's commitment to the region as well as the deepening of the Malaysia-US Comprehensive Partnership,' the embassy stated. Over the past six decades since 1957, Malaysia-US's ties have grown into a multifaceted partnership encompassing political, economic, defence and security, educational, and people-to-people cooperation. Muhammad Shahrul Ikram is a former secretary-general of the Foreign Ministry and a veteran diplomat with over 35 years of service. Born in Pahang, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Ecology from Universiti Malaya and completed the Advanced Management Programme at Harvard Business School in 2009. He began his career at the Foreign Ministry in 1988 as an Administrative and Diplomatic Officer. During his career in the public service, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram also served as Malaysia's Ambassador to Qatar and Austria, as well as Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York. His previous diplomatic assignments included stints at Malaysia's diplomatic missions in Vienna, Washington, D.C., and Beijing. He also held the positions of Deputy Secretary General of Bilateral Affairs, Director General of Asean-Malaysia National Secretariat (during Malaysia's Chairmanship of Asean in 2015) and Undersecretary of Multilateral Political Division. - Bernama
The Sun
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia's new US ambassador pledges stronger bilateral ties
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's new Ambassador to the United States, Tan Sri Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, has reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing Malaysia-US relations during a credentials ceremony with President Donald J. Trump at the White House. The Embassy of Malaysia in Washington, D.C., confirmed in a Facebook post that Muhammad Shahrul Ikram presented his Letter of Credence to Trump on July 24, officially marking his appointment as Malaysia's 18th Ambassador to the US. During the ceremony, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram briefly exchanged pleasantries with Trump, expressing his dedication to deepening bilateral ties. He also thanked the US President for Secretary of State Marco Rubio's participation in the recent 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, which reinforced US engagement in the region. Malaysia-US relations have evolved over six decades into a broad partnership covering political, economic, defence, security, and educational cooperation. Muhammad Shahrul Ikram, a seasoned diplomat with over 35 years of service, previously served as Secretary-General of the Foreign Ministry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from Universiti Malaya and completed Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Programme in 2009. His diplomatic career includes postings in Qatar, Austria, and as Malaysia's Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. He has also served in diplomatic missions in Vienna, Washington, D.C., and Beijing. - Bernama
The Sun
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia's new US ambassador strengthens bilateral ties with Trump
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's new Ambassador to the United States, Tan Sri Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, has reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing Malaysia-US relations during a credentials ceremony with President Donald J. Trump at the White House. The Embassy of Malaysia in Washington, D.C., confirmed in a Facebook post that Muhammad Shahrul Ikram presented his Letter of Credence to Trump on July 24, officially marking his appointment as Malaysia's 18th Ambassador to the US. During the ceremony, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram briefly exchanged pleasantries with Trump, expressing his dedication to deepening bilateral ties. He also thanked the US President for Secretary of State Marco Rubio's participation in the recent 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, which reinforced US engagement in the region. Malaysia-US relations have evolved over six decades into a broad partnership covering political, economic, defence, security, and educational cooperation. Muhammad Shahrul Ikram, a seasoned diplomat with over 35 years of service, previously served as Secretary-General of the Foreign Ministry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from Universiti Malaya and completed Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Programme in 2009. His diplomatic career includes postings in Qatar, Austria, and as Malaysia's Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. He has also served in diplomatic missions in Vienna, Washington, D.C., and Beijing. - Bernama
Barnama
4 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Malaysia's New Ambassador To US Pledges Stronger Bilateral Relations
KUALA LUMPUR, July 26 (Bernama) – Malaysia's new Ambassador to the United States (US), Tan Sri Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, reaffirmed his commitment to further strengthening the Malaysia–US bilateral relationship during a credentials ceremony with President Donald J. Trump at the White House. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the Embassy of Malaysia in Washington, D.C. stated that Muhammad Shahrul Ikram presented his Letter of Credence to Trump during the Presentation of Credentials Ceremony at the White House on July 24. The ceremony officially marked him as the 18th Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Malaysia to the United States. bootstrap slideshow 'During the ceremony, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram had the opportunity to briefly exchange warm pleasantries with Trump, conveying his commitment to further strengthen the Malaysia–United States bilateral relationship. 'He also thanked the President for Secretary of State Marco Rubio's participation in the recent 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and Related Meetings, held in Kuala Lumpur from July 8 to 11, which further reaffirmed the US's commitment to the region as well as the deepening of the Malaysia–US Comprehensive Partnership,' the embassy stated. Over the past six decades since 1957, Malaysia-US's ties have grown into a multifaceted partnership encompassing political, economic, defence and security, educational, and people-to-people cooperation. Muhammad Shahrul Ikram is a former Secretary-General of the Foreign Ministry and a veteran diplomat with over 35 years of service. Born in Pahang, Muhammad Shahrul Ikram holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Ecology from Universiti Malaya and completed the Advanced Management Programme at Harvard Business School in 2009. He began his career at the Foreign Ministry in 1988 as an Administrative and Diplomatic Officer.
New Straits Times
08-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Norway ready to support Asean in addressing Myanmar humanitarian crisis
KUALA LUMPUR: Norway stands ready to support Asean's efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, says Norway deputy foreign minister Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik. At the Trilateral Meeting between Malaysia, Norway and the Asean Secretariat, he said they value Asean's member states' efforts to address the crisis. "I would like to commend your response to the earthquake in March, in cooperation with international actors in line with humanitarian principles, as well as your efforts to engage all stakeholders. "We appreciate your efforts regarding this situation and the priorities moving forward. As a longstanding partner for peace, democracy, and humanitarian assistance to the people of Myanmar, Norway stands ready to support your efforts," he said in his opening remarks. Kravik said they are also pleased that the Asean Special Representative to Myanmar Tan Sri Othman Hashim attended the Oslo Freedom Forum. "It was very good to have Othman in Oslo to discuss the issue of Myanmar and how we can try to help and ensure that the process moves forward. We look forward to meeting him later today," he said. Kravik said they greatly value the strong relationship and productive cooperation it developed with Asean over the years. He also commended the Asean leadership for their hard work in facilitating all Asean activities, as well as strengthening the role of Asean in the current challenging geopolitical environment. "I would also like to commend Malaysia for its effective leadership of Asean and the initiatives it has taken to enhance the relevance of Asean in the region and beyond. "The topic or theme of inclusivity and sustainability seems appropriate in this very challenging time that we're all going through. "To allude to your introduction to the issue of multilateralism and international law, I think we stand together, both Norway and Malaysia, and also Asean as an institution, in coalescing around these principles," he said. He added that Asean is also a key stabilising force in the Indo-Pacific region, playing an important role in reducing tensions between the major powers. "Norway recognises the importance of this role, and we fully support the fundamental principles of the Asean Outlook on the Indo-Pacific in promoting an open, inclusive, and rules-based regional architecture. I'm very interested in hearing your perspectives on the dynamics of recent developments in the region," he said. Norway was conferred the status of Sectoral Dialogue Partner of Asean at the 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) in 2015. Long before the conferment of this formal partnership, Asean and Norway had forged a relationship through a number of cooperative activities.
