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New Straits Times
15-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Fahmi: Malaysia has right to accept or reject proposed US envoy
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has reaffirmed its sovereign right to accept or reject any proposed foreign ambassador, following public outcry over the reported nomination of pro-Israel commentator Nick Adams as the next United States ambassador to Malaysia. Government spokesman and Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil highlighted 'agrément', the procedure where a host country's approval is necessary for any accreditation of an ambassador. "Similarly, when there is representation of Malaysia to a foreign country, it must be approved by the host country," he said at the handover of appointment letters for the founding members of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) today. Fahmi said the cabinet has yet to receive a memorandum from Wisma Putra over the nomination. The procedure, codified in international law, affirms the right for a host country to refuse any nomination without stating a reason. Before concluding the press conference, Fahmi made a final declaration that highlighted Malaysia's firm stance on the Palestine issue: "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free." On Friday, US President Donald Trump announced that Adams will be nominated as the next American ambassador to Malaysia. In a post on Truth Social, he described Adams as a remarkable patriot and a successful entrepreneur, praising his dedication to what he termed "the Virtues of American Greatness".
USA Today
11-07-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Trump nominates self-described 'alpha male' Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador to Malaysia
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump nominated Nick Adams, an Australian-born conservative commentator who describes himself as an 'alpha male,' to be the next U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. Trump had appointed Adams to serve on the board of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars during his first term. Adams was previously the deputy mayor of Ashfield, a suburb in Sydney, Australia, before immigrating to the U.S. in 2012. He subsequently became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2021. 'Nick is an incredible Patriot and very successful entrepreneur, whose love of, and devotion to, our Great Country is an inspiration,' Trump wrote in a June 10 Truth Social post. 'Nick is a bestselling author, speaker, and commentator. 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!' Adams has garnered more than 600,000 followers on X promoting 'manosphere' content, such as videos on how to flirt like a gentleman or documenting 'an average day in the life of an alpha male.' He has previously said online, 'Real masculinity isn't about being feared – it's about being respected. Strength and wisdom go hand in hand. A real man knows when to fight and when to lead.' He has also repeatedly expressed his love for Hooters, the restaurant chain. Adams has penned several books, including one that calls former President Joe Biden 'the most dangerous president in history' and one entitled 'Green Card Warrior: My Quest for Legal Immigration in an Illegals' System' – which Trump deemed a 'must read.' Adams on X thanked Trump for the nomination. 'Mr. President, I pledge to you that I will never falter in representing the interest of the United States both at home and abroad,' Adams said in a short video clip shared to his account. Adams must be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
