US State Department Summoned the Malaysian Ambassador Due to Israel Policy
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- The US State Department summoned the Malaysian Ambassador in Washington due to the Israel policy.
- Malaysia emphasized its determination regarding the non-recognition of Israel and not allowing Israeli citizens into the country.
- Even if a dual citizen enters Malaysia with a US passport, they are deported once it is discovered they are an Israeli citizen.
- Malaysian NGOs will hold a demonstration in front of the US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to protest the US stance.
The United States Department of State officially summoned Malaysian Ambassador to Washington Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, requesting an explanation due to his country's stance on Israel. During the meeting, the Ambassador stated that this practice is Malaysia's long-standing national policy.
According to the statement made by Malaysian Minister of Foreign Affairs Dato' Sri Mohamad Hasan, the country's policy of not recognizing Israel and not allowing Israeli citizens into its borders firmly continues. However, some members of the United States Congress objected to this situation and showed a reaction.
After Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rejected the objections of the members of Congress, the issue turned into a diplomatic tension. In order to protest the pressure regarding the US policy, civil society organizations decided to hold a demonstration in front of the American Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
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- Why did the US State Department summon the Malaysian Ambassador?
- The US summoned the ambassador to explain the reasons for Malaysia's long-standing policy of not allowing Israeli citizens into the country and not recognizing Israel.
- What is Malaysia's border policy towards Israeli citizens?
- Malaysia does not accept Israeli citizens into its territory due to its long-standing national policy.
- Is there any reaction in Malaysia against the US stance?
- Yes, some civil society organizations announced that they will hold a demonstration in front of the American Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to protest the US interference in the situation.
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- Utusan Malaysia·