Cancelled missile deal: Take legal, diplomatic action against Norway, says DPM
Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister has called for legal and diplomatic action against Norway following the cancellation of an export license for naval missiles. The government is also considering a boycott of Norwegian goods in response to the perceived unethical move.
Why it matters
This highlights a significant diplomatic rift between Malaysia and Norway, potentially impacting bilateral trade and defense procurement strategies.
MERSING: Malaysia should take firm legal and diplomatic action against Norway following its decision to revoke the export licence for the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) system meant for the Navy’s new Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) vessels, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
The article reports on government statements and official stances without injecting editorial opinion, though it focuses heavily on the Malaysian perspective.
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