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Straits Times
3 hours ago
- Business
- Straits Times
No plans to close Strait of Hormuz, regional trade route protected, says Iranian envoy to Malaysia
Trade passage through the Strait of Hormuz will remain open as Iran seeks to deepen its economic ties with Malaysia and the Asean members. PHOTO: REUTERS No plans to close Strait of Hormuz, regional trade route protected, says Iranian envoy to Malaysia - Trade passage through the Strait of Hormuz will remain open and unaffected as Iran seeks to deepen its economic ties with Malaysia and countries in Asean , said Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi. Mr Valiollah said Iran's assurance, despite its ongoing conflict with Israel, was to protect international trade and the economic interests of South-east Asian countries, like Malaysia, as reported by Sinar Harian. He also said that Iran currently had no intention to close the key trade route and will continue to maintain security for the strait. 'Iran does not restrict any trade routes and we want this region to remain open for trade and economic cooperation with neighbouring countries, as well as external partners like Malaysia,' he said in a press conference on June 26. He added that Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian recently held discussions to ensure regional peace and establish a framework for trade cooperation between Malaysia and Iran. Mr Valiollah also expressed his gratitude to Malaysia for its support of Iran against Israel's recent military actions against them. 'Malaysia, as the current Asean chair, has a strong voice at the international level, including in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the United Nations, to stop Israel. 'We believe Malaysia can play a role in urging the international community to put an end to any form of Israeli aggression against any country in the region,' he said. On June 22, Iran's Parliament approved a measure to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US' airstrikes on three of Iran's major nuclear sites. The Strait of Hormuz currently provides a vital gateway for oil transportation internationally, which Malaysia is a key stakeholder of. THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Barnama
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Iran Appreciates Malaysia's Support During 12-day Attack
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 (Bernama) — Iran has expressed deep appreciation to the Malaysian government and its people for their support during the 12-day Israeli assault on the country that began on June 13, according to its Ambassador to Malaysia, Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi. He also thanked Malaysia for taking a firm stance against Israel's actions, which he said were in clear violation of international law. 'I would like to thank all of them (Malaysians). Of course, we coordinated with the Malaysian government,' he told the media at the Iranian Embassy on Thursday. bootstrap slideshow He said Malaysians can now travel to Iran at any time, as the situation remained stable during the attack and continues to be so during the current ceasefire. Valiollah said Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a phone conversation with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday to discuss how Iran and Malaysia can collaborate to promote peace and security in the region, particularly in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf. Asked how Iran hopes to work with Malaysia, the ambassador said Malaysia's influential voice in the international arena, particularly within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the United Nations, could help rally global efforts to stop Israel from launching further attacks, adding that without Iran's self-defence, other countries could be next. Valiollah said Iran hopes to work with ASEAN as a friendly bloc and expand its relations with the region. Regional tension escalated in the Middle East since June 13 after Israel launched coordinated air strikes on multiple sites across Iran, including nuclear facilities, prompting Tehran to launch retaliatory strikes. The conflict escalated further when the US conducted aerial attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites in Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan early June 22.
The Star
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
No plans to close Strait of Hormuz, regional trade route protected, says Iran envoy
PETALING JAYA: Trade passage through the Strait of Hormuz will remain open and unaffected as Iran seeks to deepen its economic ties with Malaysia and Asean countries, says Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi. Valiollah said Iran's assurance, despite its ongoing conflict with Israel, was to protect international trade and the economic interests of South-East Asian countries, like Malaysia, as reported by Sinar Harian. He also said that Iran currently had no intention to close the key trade route and will continue to maintain security for the Strait. 'Iran does not restrict any trade routes and we want this region to remain open for trade and economic cooperation with neighbouring countries, as well as external partners like Malaysia,' he said in a press conference on Thursday (June 26). He added that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian recently held discussions to ensure regional peace and establish a framework for trade cooperation between Malaysia and Iran. Valiollah also expressed his gratitude to Malaysia for its support of Iran against Israel's recent military actions against them. 'Malaysia, as the current Asean Chair, has a strong voice at the international level, including in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the United Nations (UN), to stop Israel. 'We believe Malaysia can play a role in urging the international community to put an end to any form of Israeli aggression against any country in the region,' he said. On Sunday (June 22), Iran's parliament approved a measure to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to the United State's airstrikes on three of Iran's major nuclear sites. The Strait of Hormuz currently provides a vital gateway for oil transportation internationally, which Malaysia is a key stakeholder of.
Sinar Daily
7 hours ago
- Business
- Sinar Daily
Iran assures Strait of Hormuz will remain open for trade, including to Southeast Asia
There were no plans to disrupt the waterway. Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi said Malaysia has consistently upheld international law and Iran is grateful for its support. KUALA LUMPUR - Iran has reaffirmed its commitment to keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure for energy and trade shipments, including those destined for Southeast Asia. Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia, Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi said that despite the Iranian Parliament's decision to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), there were no plans to disrupt the waterway. "The Strait of Hormuz has always been open. There are no obstacles to the movement of ships through the strait. 'Our decision was to stop working with the IAEA, not from any action related to the Strait of Hormuz," he said during a press conference at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Valiollah's remarks came after the fear that the vital shipping route could be impacted by escalating tensions in the region, particularly following the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. The envoy explained that Iran's suspension of cooperation with the IAEA stemmed from the IAEA's failure to condemn attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, particularly after Israel targeted multiple sites. "Their observers are in Tehran and report back to headquarters, but when Iran was attacked, they didn't condemn it. So, what is the benefit for us?" he questioned. Despite the conflict, Valiollah assured that Iran remains dedicated to maintaining stability in the Persian Gulf and surrounding areas. "We always try to keep the Persian Gulf and this region quiet, under control and with the best security because it is a place for energy," he said. Addressing whether Iran would ensure safe passage for shipments to Malaysia and other nations, the ambassador reiterated Iran's focus on facilitating commerce. "Iran always wants this area to be open for trade and of course, economic cooperation between our neighbouring countries and Iran with overseas or other countries in the world. "This (closing the strait) is not on our agenda now. But if the situation becomes unbearable in the future we may reconsider," he said. Valiollah also sought to reassure Malaysians that the conflict would not spill over into Southeast Asia, citing the close coordination between Iran and Malaysia. He said that Malaysia has consistently upheld international law and Iran is grateful for its support. "We, of course, coordinate with the Malaysian government on this situation," he said. "Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim spoke with our president recently about how we can work together for peace and security in the region, especially in the Middle East and Persian Gulf region," he added. More Like This
New Straits Times
8 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Iran seeks stronger economic ties with Malaysia, Asean
KUALA LUMPUR: Iran is keen to enhance its economic cooperation with Malaysia and other Asean countries. Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi described Asean as a vital partner for trade and development. He said Iran views the region not only as strategic, but also as a potential hub for mutual investment and technology exchange. "We have very good relations with all Asean countries. "Iran is a signatory to the Asean Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), and we fully support any initiative that expands our economic ties with this region." Iran joined the TAC in 2016, a framework guiding relations between Asean and partner nations. He added that Iran is committed to regional peace and stability, and seeks to deepen mutually beneficial trade ties. "We want to work closely with Malaysia, especially since it holds the Asean chairmanship. "Through Malaysia, we can build a stronger cooperation with the rest of Asean," he said. Valiollah added that Iran is open to explore collaboration in sectors such as energy, agriculture, medicine, and technology. The ambassador also expressed appreciation for Malaysia's balanced stance on international issues, including its support for dialogue and diplomacy amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, he assured, would not impact Tehran's relations with Southeast Asia.
