Malaysia will continue international pressure on Israel to comply with ICJ rulings and support Palestine, says deputy foreign minister in the Senate
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will continue to apply international pressure to ensure Israel is held accountable for violating international law against Palestinians.
Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin said this includes implementing decisions from the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
He stated Malaysia’s firm stance was reflected in its strong support and active participation in ICJ advisory opinion proceedings on Palestine in 2004, 2024, and 2025.
“On Oct 22, 2025, the ICJ issued its advisory opinion in favour of Palestine,” he said during the Dewan Negara’s question-and-answer session.
Mohamad was replying to a question from Senator Hussin Ismail on Malaysia’s international efforts regarding Israeli actions.
He said the ICJ proceedings confirmed Israel’s occupation as illegal and a challenge to humanitarian law and Palestinian self-determination.
Malaysia, through the Hague Group, continues to lead efforts to implement ICJ decisions, including trade sanctions and a ban on Israeli ships docking here.
“The ICJ decision is a moral, political and legal victory for the Palestinians,” he added.
He said Malaysia is working with like-minded countries to submit a resolution at the UN General Assembly to implement the latest ICJ opinion.
Responding to a question on Israel’s mandatory death bill for Palestinian prisoners, he stressed unilateral Israeli actions remain an international concern.
“That’s why Malaysia, together with many other like-minded countries, will continue to exert international pressure,” he stated.
He noted a UN vote on the recent ICJ advisory opinion is scheduled for December 12.
Malaysia also supports South Africa’s case against Israel at the ICJ regarding violations of the Genocide Convention.
The country backs actions at the International Criminal Court to curb impunity protecting the Zionist regime.
On aid to Palestine, Mohamad said Malaysia has begun coordinating with several countries, including Japan, on a plan to rebuild Gaza.
Part of the RM100 million allocation announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be used for that purpose.
He clarified that rehabilitation efforts can only begin once a full ceasefire is implemented.
He also highlighted the ongoing instability of entry points for aid delivery by humanitarian NGOs. – Bernama
