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New Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Malaysia yet to receive formal request on Nick Adams as US envoy
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has yet to receive any formal request from the United States regarding the proposed appointment of conservative commentator and author Nick Adams as the new US ambassador to Malaysia. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the ministry will wait and provide views and recommendations to the Cabinet upon receiving the request. He also said it would be premature for Malaysia to react to the proposed appointment without having received any formal documentation or proposal. "We have yet to receive any agreement request from the US. Let's wait and see how the agreement is presented. "Wisma Putra will evaluate it (once received), provide its recommendations, and the matter will then be brought to the Cabinet for a decision. "That is all I can say for now because nothing has been received and we are only hearing talks. "If we reject something that has not even been formally requested, people might say we were never asked in the first place, which would be embarrassing, so let's not appear overeager," he said during a question and answer session in Dewan Rakyat here today Mohamad said this in response to Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (PH-Ledang) who enquired about the ministry's views on Adams' proposed appointment. On July 11, US President Donald Trump announced that Adams would be nominated as the next US ambassador to Malaysia. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Adams as a "remarkable patriot" and successful entrepreneur, praising his dedication to what he called "the Virtues of American Greatness." Adams, an Australian-born conservative figure, is a vocal supporter of Trump and is known for his pro-American advocacy. He has authored several books and made numerous media appearances promoting right-wing values. His nomination is expected to undergo the Senate confirmation process before it can be formalised. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, meanwhile, had previously said that the government will give due consideration to Adam's proposed appointment, but said it is still too early to make a decision. He said Malaysia would continue to adhere to proper diplomatic procedures while maintaining strong bilateral ties with the US.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
'Government will follow due process on Nick Adams nomination,' says Anwar
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia will respond to the proposed nomination of Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador through proper diplomatic channels, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. 'It's still too early. The government will follow due process while maintaining good diplomatic ties with the United States,' he told the press at Surau Al Istiqlal, Precint 14. Anwar said that the matter would be given due consideration once it reaches the appropriate stage. On July 11, US President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social his intention to nominate Nick Adams as the next American ambassador to Malaysia. Trump described Adams as a 'remarkable patriot' and successful entrepreneur, commending his dedication to what he called 'the Virtues of American Greatness.' Following the announcement, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil reaffirmed that Malaysia retains the sovereign right to approve or reject any ambassadorial candidate under international diplomatic norms. He said the nomination must undergo the agrément process—a formal diplomatic procedure through which a host country consents to a proposed ambassador—before any appointment can be finalised. Fahmi also stated that the Cabinet has not yet received an official submission from Wisma Putra regarding Adams' nomination and that the matter will be considered once it is formally presented. Adams' potential appointment has sparked strong reactions across Malaysia's political spectrum, with concerns over his far-right rhetoric and staunch support for both Trump and the Israeli Zionist regime. On Sunday (July 13), Amanah Youth condemned the nomination, calling it an insult to Malaysia's dignity and foreign policy, and labelling Adams a far-right propagandist. PKR Youth also raised concerns, saying Adams' extreme views conflict with Malaysian values, while Selangor PAS Youth urged Wisma Putra to reject the nomination, citing his alleged anti-Islam rhetoric and support for Israel's military actions. DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke said on Tuesday (July 15) that the party would issue a formal statement regarding Adams' nomination.
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New Straits Times
18-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Anwar: Too early to decide on Nick Adams as US envoy
PUTRAJAYA: The government will give due consideration to the proposed appointment of conservative commentator and author Nick Adams as the new United States ambassador to Malaysia, but said it is still too early to make a decision. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia would continue to adhere to proper diplomatic procedures while maintaining strong bilateral ties with the United States. "It is still too early to decide, but the government will consider the matter accordingly while safeguarding good relations between Malaysia and the US," he said. On July 11, US President Donald Trump announced that Adams would be nominated as the next American ambassador to Malaysia. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Adams as a "remarkable patriot" and successful entrepreneur, praising his dedication to what he called "the Virtues of American Greatness". Adams, an Australian-born conservative figure, is a vocal supporter of Trump and is known for his pro-American advocacy. He has authored several books and made numerous media appearances promoting right-wing values. His nomination is expected to undergo the Senate confirmation process before it can be formalised. Following the announcement, government spokesman and Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil reaffirmed Malaysia's sovereign right to accept or reject any proposed foreign ambassador, in accordance with established international diplomatic protocols. He said any nomination must go through the agrément process, the formal procedure by which a host country grants approval before an ambassador can be officially appointed. Fahmi added that the Cabinet has yet to receive an official memorandum from Wisma Putra regarding Adams' nomination, and that the matter will be considered once it is formally presented. His remarks came amid growing public concern in Malaysia, a Muslim-majority country, over Adams' reported views on Islam and his strong support for Israel's military campaign in Gaza, among other sensitive issues.
Sydney Morning Herald
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
The remarkable rise of an Australian deputy mayor to a plum Trump job
US President Donald Trump has heaped praise on Sydney-born self-described 'Alpha Male' Nick Adams, lauding his 'love of, and devotion to, our Great Country' as he confirmed his appointment as US ambassador to Malaysia. The appointment caps the remarkable rise of the University of Sydney graduate who, at 21, became the youngest deputy mayor in Australian history, before moving to the US, where he rose to prominence as a conservative commentator, author and one of Trump's most loyal and outspoken supporters. After the ambassadorial appointment was sent to the Senate for confirmation on Wednesday, Trump personally confirmed the news in a post to Truth Social, writing that Adams was an 'incredible patriot' and 'very successful entrepreneur'. 'Nick graduated from the University of Sydney and, since then, has made it his life's mission to extol the Virtues of American Greatness. Congratulations Nick!' the post read. Adams' effusive support of Trump on X, and in his regular appearances on Fox News shows, drew the president's attention, with his ascendance making him the latest conservative pundit without relevant experience to be given a role in the Trump administration. The New York Times has reported that Adams has a history of making Islamophobic remarks, including denigrating Trump's rivals as supporters of Islam and speaking out against purported efforts to 'teach Islam in schools'. Malaysia is a Muslim-majority country. Born Nicholas Adamopoulos in Sydney in 1984, Adams has written that he battled a neuroblastoma in his childhood, undergoing extensive cancer treatment. In his books, he describes his father as the 'ultimate alpha male', recounting how he never said 'I love you' and crediting him with pushing his son to achieve greatness. He attended Trinity Grammar School, in Sydney's inner west, before gaining a bachelor of media and communications from the University of Sydney.
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New Straits Times
11-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Trump names Nick Adams as next US ambassador to Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: United States President Donald Trump has announced that conservative commentator and author Nick Adams will be nominated as the next American ambassador to Malaysia. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Adams as a remarkable patriot and a successful entrepreneur, praising his dedication to what he termed "the Virtues of American Greatness." "I am pleased to announce that Nick Adams will be nominated as the next United States Ambassador to Malaysia. "Nick is a bestselling author, speaker, and commentator. He graduated from the University of Sydney and has since made it his life's mission to extol the Virtues of American Greatness. Congratulations, Nick!" Trump said. Adams, an Australian-born conservative figure, has been an outspoken supporter of Trump and is known for his pro-American advocacy, including several books and media appearances promoting right-wing values. In response to the announcement, Adams expressed his gratitude on the social media platform X. "Mr President, thank you for the honour of a lifetime. In your America, all dreams come true. It will be my honour to represent the United States of America in Malaysia. "To the esteemed members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I look forward to a confirmation process that is at the heart of the Constitution that has given me the freedom to pursue the American Dream," he said. Adams' nomination is expected to proceed through the Senate confirmation process before the appointment can be formalised.
