PHL congratulates re-election of Malaysian PM Najib; seeks close cooperation

Malaysia's ruling party reelected; extends 56-year rule. Malaysian PM Najib Razak (left) and his deputy Muhyiddin Yassin share a light moment after winning the elections at his party headquarters in Kuala Lumpur early Sunday. Malaysia's governing coalition won a tight national election on May 6 to extend its 56-year rule, fending off an opposition alliance that pledged to clean up politics and end race-based policies in Southeast Asia's third-largest economy. Reuters/Bazuki Muhammad

The Philippines on Monday congratulated Malaysian Prime Minster Najib Razak and his ruling party, Barisan Nasional, on their victory at the 13th Malaysian General Elections last May 5.

 

“We value Prime Minister Najib’s personal commitment to the Philippines-Moro Islamic Liberation Front peace talks and the Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro, and we will continue to work closely with him in our common aspiration for peace and security,” a DFA statement said.

 

Malaysia is brokering the ongoing peace talks between the Philippine government and the MILF rebels.

 

“We look forward to the further deepening of our bilateral relations and continuing our close cooperation, especially in the areas of socio-economic growth and the welfare of our peoples,” it added.

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