Malaysia–Solomon Islands relations

Malaysia–Solomon Islands relations

Malaysia
Solomon Islands
Diplomatic Mission
Malaysian High Commission, Port Moresby Solomon Islands High Commission, Kuala Lumpur
Envoy
High Commissioner Vacant
Chargé d'affaires a.i. Muhd Irfan Zulkurnain		 High Commissioner Victor Samuel Ngele

Malaysia–Solomon Islands relations (Malay: Hubungan Kepulauan Solomon–Malaysia; Jawi: هوبوڠن كڤولاوان سولومون–مليسيا) refers to foreign relations between Malaysia and Solomon Islands. Malaysia has an honorary consul in Solomon Islands while the Malaysia high commission in Port Moresby is also accredited to the country,[1] and Solomon Islands has a high commission in Kuala Lumpur.[2][3][4]

History

The relations between the two countries had been established since 1986-1988.[2][5][6] Both countries were once part of the British Empire and the relationship is based on mutual interests and respect for ideals and principles of peace, freedom, democracy, respect for fundamental human values and sovereignty.[6] The relations also based on the "Look North Policy" by the Solomon governments to strengthen ties and deepen co-operation for mutual benefits with other countries in the Asian region.[4]

Economic relations

In 2009, the total export of Solomon Islands products to Malaysia worth around SB$30 million and Solomon Islands were the largest importer of Malaysian products in the Pacific region.[1] Solomon Islands also endeavour to learn and share experiences in targeted areas with Malaysia, notably in the development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).[2] Currently, some Malaysian oil palm companies are expanding operations in the Solomon Islands.[7]

Further reading

References

  1. 1 2 "New Malaysian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands". Solomon Times Online. 4 March 2010. Retrieved 23 January 2014.
  2. 1 2 3 "PM Lilo Opens Malaysia Office". Solomon Times Online. 15 October 2013. Retrieved 23 January 2014.
  3. ↑ George Herming (15 March 2013). "Solomon Islands establishes two new diplomatic missions overseas". Government of Solomon Islands. Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. Archived from the original on 1 February 2014. Retrieved 23 January 2014.
  4. 1 2 "Solomon Islands High Commissioner to Malaysia commissioned". Consulate Generals of Solomon Islands to Canada. 7 October 2013. Retrieved 23 January 2014.
  5. ↑ Ahmad Faiz Abdul Hamid (1 January 2005). Malaysia and South-South Cooperation During Mahathir's Era: Determining Factors and Implications. Coronet Books Incorporated. ISBN 978-967-978-885-3.
  6. 1 2 "Ngele Presents Credentials". Solomon Times Online. 16 July 2013. Retrieved 23 January 2014.
  7. ↑ Hanim Adnan (9 July 2007). "Kulim has better options". The Star. Retrieved 31 December 2017.
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