KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 — Malaysia is working to establish cooperation with like-minded countries and stakeholders to address critical needs in Gaza, particularly in medicine, education, and the rehabilitation and reconstruction of basic infrastructure.
Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to rebuilding Gaza and strongly opposed any proposal for the forced resettlement of Palestinians.
He also said Malaysia will co-chair the Conference on Cooperation among East Asian Countries for Palestinian Development (CEAPAD IV), alongside Japan, to be held in Malaysia.
“CEAPAD focuses on capacity building and technical cooperation to empower Palestinians, coordinate development assistance, and share expertise in governance, education, health, and infrastructure.
“The collaboration between Malaysia and Japan through CEAPAD is part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen international solidarity with Palestine,” he said during the question-and-answer session in the Dewan Negara today.
Mohamad said this in response to a question from Senator Nik Mohamad Abduh Nik Abdul Aziz about key mechanisms the government has implemented to support Gaza’s reconstruction, as well as its strategic cooperation with international partners to ensure the process is carried out smoothly and effectively.
He added that Malaysia’s primary focus is on the immediate restoration of essential services and critical infrastructure, enabling Palestinians to rebuild their lives with long-term resilience and stability.
“However, Malaysia must also consider the ongoing uncertainties in Gaza, particularly the proposed forced resettlement of Palestinians from their homeland,” he said.
— Bernama
