Malaysia Welcomes US-Iran Peace Deal, Anwar Urges Good Faith and Lasting Diplomacy
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has welcomed the reported peace understanding reached between the United States and Iran, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urging both nations to move forward in good faith and swiftly translate the agreement into a lasting peace settlement.
Anwar described the breakthrough as an important step towards restoring stability in West Asia, a region that has been plagued by prolonged tensions and conflict.
He said Malaysia hopes the understanding will pave the way for a durable peace agreement and open a new chapter in relations between the two countries.
“Malaysia calls on all parties to act in good faith, move without delay and translate this understanding into a lasting and sustainable peace.
“At this critical juncture, all parties and external actors must exercise restraint and avoid any actions that could undermine diplomatic efforts or reignite hostilities,” he said in a statement today.
Anwar reiterated Malaysia’s long-standing support for peaceful conflict resolution and urged the international community to maintain the current momentum towards peace.
He also praised the diplomatic efforts undertaken by intermediary countries, particularly Pakistan, which played a key role in facilitating discussions between Washington and Tehran.
According to him, the progress achieved demonstrates that diplomacy remains the most effective avenue for resolving international disputes.
“Malaysia appreciates the efforts of all mediators involved and hopes the agreement to be signed will usher in broader peace and stability throughout West Asia,” he said.
At the same time, Anwar stressed that reopening the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping should be treated as an urgent priority because of its strategic importance to global trade and energy security.
He warned that any prolonged disruption to the vital shipping route would have serious implications for energy markets and international commerce.
“The Strait of Hormuz is a critical artery for global energy security.
“Any prolonged disruption benefits no one and would only deepen economic uncertainty around the world,” he said.
Earlier, international media reported that the United States and Iran had agreed to end military operations immediately and permanently across several conflict zones, including Lebanon.
The development has been widely viewed as a significant sign that months of tensions in West Asia may finally be coming to an end.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on X that a formal peace agreement is expected to be signed in Switzerland on June 18.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump declared that the agreement with Iran had been finalised and authorised the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions.
Shortly afterwards, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed that the agreement marked the immediate end of hostilities between the two countries.
Anwar said Malaysia will continue monitoring developments closely and remains committed to supporting all efforts aimed at achieving a just, inclusive and lasting peace for the benefit of regional and global stability.
