Serious [ Singapore News ] Malaysia Will NOT Remove Vessels From Singapore Territorial Water Off Tuas

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Malaysia will take 'all effective measures' to de-escalate situation in maritime border dispute, its Foreign Ministry says

A Malaysian government vessel (left) and a Singapore Police Coast Guard vessel in Singapore territorial waters off Tuas on Dec 6, 2018.ST PHOTO: MARK CHEONG

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Yasmine Yahya
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SINGAPORE - Malaysia said on Monday (Dec 10) that it will take all effective measures to de-escalate the situation on the ground, and handle its current dispute with Singapore over maritime boundaries in a calm and peaceful manner.

"Malaysia reiterates the importance of strong bilateral relations between the two countries, and hope that discussions will commence expeditiously," its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

However, Malaysia said it is unable to accede to Singapore's proposal to withdraw Malaysian government vessels in the disputed area and return to the status quo prior to Oct 25, when Kuala Lumpur gazetted an extension to Johor Baru Port limits which encroached into Singapore territorial waters off Tuas. It was the first time Malaysia had claimed the area, which Singapore vessels had been patrolling for decades and which was outside previous maps published by Malaysia on its territorial claims.

Malaysia's Foreign Ministry said it had called Singapore's High Commissioner in Kuala Lumpur on Monday (Dec 10) to discuss the latest development.

The ministry added that it "welcomed Singapore's continued emphasis on the importance of dialogue, and its willingness to engage with Malaysia in resolving matters amicably, along with its consideration of Malaysia's proposed agenda for the bilateral discussion".

Malaysia had earlier proposed bilateral talks to resolve the issue in mid-December, and the ministry said on Monday that Malaysia is agreeable to Singapore's counter-proposed dates for talks in January 2019.

On Saturday, Singapore had sent a diplomatic note to Malaysia through its Acting High Commissioner in Singapore. In that note, the Republic declined Malaysia's proposal for both countries to mutually cease and desist from sending ships into the disputed area, pending discussions on outstanding maritime boundary issues.

Singapore also called upon Malaysia to return to the status quo prior to Oct 25 by immediately withdrawing all Malaysian government vessels in the area.

Malaysia's Foreign Ministry said: "Both countries acknowledge that any measures taken, would be without prejudice to their own claims."

Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing had said on Saturday that the Singapore Government is hopeful that both governments can reach a swift and amicable resolution to this dispute. And if the talks do not eventually produce an amicable resolution, the Singapore Government would be prepared for the matter to be settled by recourse to an appropriate international third-party dispute settlement procedure. He also said the situation had to be calmed down, and called on Malaysian vessels to leave the area.

On Monday, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad also said Malaysia will keep its vessels in the disputed waters until a decision has been reached.

"At the moment, because there is no decision, the vessels are there. Singaporean vessels are there, our vessels are there," he said.

"We will discuss with Singapore. We do not want to argue with Singapore. Sometimes, there are overlapping (boundary) claims and we can solve this with discussions," he added at a press conference after an anti-corruption award ceremony in Kuala Lumpur.

 

[steffychun]

Excellent! Hold your ground!

 

[U2Reflect]

https://www.straitstimes.com/politi...s-to-de-escalate-situation-in-maritime-border

Malaysia will take 'all effective measures' to de-escalate situation in maritime border dispute, its Foreign Ministry says

A Malaysian government vessel (left) and a Singapore Police Coast Guard vessel in Singapore territorial waters off Tuas on Dec 6, 2018.ST PHOTO: MARK CHEONG

Published
16 min ago
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Yasmine Yahya
Senior Political Correspondent

SINGAPORE - Malaysia said on Monday (Dec 10) that it will take all effective measures to de-escalate the situation on the ground, and handle its current dispute with Singapore over maritime boundaries in a calm and peaceful manner.

"Malaysia reiterates the importance of strong bilateral relations between the two countries, and hope that discussions will commence expeditiously," its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

However, Malaysia said it is unable to accede to Singapore's proposal to withdraw Malaysian government vessels in the disputed area and return to the status quo prior to Oct 25, when Kuala Lumpur gazetted an extension to Johor Baru Port limits which encroached into Singapore territorial waters off Tuas. It was the first time Malaysia had claimed the area, which Singapore vessels had been patrolling for decades and which was outside previous maps published by Malaysia on its territorial claims.

Malaysia's Foreign Ministry said it had called Singapore's High Commissioner in Kuala Lumpur on Monday (Dec 10) to discuss the latest development.

The ministry added that it "welcomed Singapore's continued emphasis on the importance of dialogue, and its willingness to engage with Malaysia in resolving matters amicably, along with its consideration of Malaysia's proposed agenda for the bilateral discussion".

Malaysia had earlier proposed bilateral talks to resolve the issue in mid-December, and the ministry said on Monday that Malaysia is agreeable to Singapore's counter-proposed dates for talks in January 2019.

On Saturday, Singapore had sent a diplomatic note to Malaysia through its Acting High Commissioner in Singapore. In that note, the Republic declined Malaysia's proposal for both countries to mutually cease and desist from sending ships into the disputed area, pending discussions on outstanding maritime boundary issues.

Singapore also called upon Malaysia to return to the status quo prior to Oct 25 by immediately withdrawing all Malaysian government vessels in the area.

Malaysia's Foreign Ministry said: "Both countries acknowledge that any measures taken, would be without prejudice to their own claims."

Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing had said on Saturday that the Singapore Government is hopeful that both governments can reach a swift and amicable resolution to this dispute. And if the talks do not eventually produce an amicable resolution, the Singapore Government would be prepared for the matter to be settled by recourse to an appropriate international third-party dispute settlement procedure. He also said the situation had to be calmed down, and called on Malaysian vessels to leave the area.

On Monday, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad also said Malaysia will keep its vessels in the disputed waters until a decision has been reached.

"At the moment, because there is no decision, the vessels are there. Singaporean vessels are there, our vessels are there," he said.

"We will discuss with Singapore. We do not want to argue with Singapore. Sometimes, there are overlapping (boundary) claims and we can solve this with discussions," he added at a press conference after an anti-corruption award ceremony in Kuala Lumpur.

Steady lah. good good. must show sg ministar tokcok, malaysia can tokcok 2. sg say right, malaykia also say right. now how?
sg big big mobile show of force, now how? if no take out malaykia vessels, then no different from NATO....no balls. ah hen become little chicken. gangster kee chiu talk big big, no action mean army officer cannot b beleive. like dat how 2b good pm?
sg grace fu bcome no more graceful, heng bcome sway, ah sing no more tokcok singsong, wan bcome nobody want n viv bcome no victolee

 

[songsongjurong]

will PM LHL sue ? or is he clueless what next?

LHL will vent his anger on sinkies surely, GST 20%, Water,utilities bills UP ,UP and AWAYYYY....

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Seems the m&ds are more afraid of singkieland closing the border than singkies going to mudland

Malaysians urge KL, Singapore to settle spat, as 'a lot depends on ties'
A Malaysian government vessel, Polaris, (left) near a Singapore Police Coast Guard vessel (right), as seen from the south of Tuas View Extension on Dec 6, 2018.
A Malaysian government vessel, Polaris, (left) near a Singapore Police Coast Guard vessel (right), as seen from the south of Tuas View Extension on Dec 6, 2018.ST PHOTO: MARK CHEONG
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PETALING JAYA (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - Malaysians and businesses in the country want the current maritime and airspace boundary dispute between Malaysia and Singapore to be resolved amicably as soon as possible, as a lot is riding on the relationship.

With their economies intricately linked to each other - Singapore is Malaysia's second largest trading partner while many Malaysians in Johor commute daily to the Republic for work and studies - any long drawn spat is likely to affect both countries.

In Malaysia, the business sector is calling for the dispute to be solved amicably soon to safeguard the bilateral and trading ties between the two nations.

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SME Association of Malaysia president Michael Kang said formidable relations between Malaysia and other Asean countries were essential to the region's survival and relevance in the long run.

"I am sure this is what the people from both Malaysia and Singapore want to see, too," he said on Sunday (Dec 9).

Likening Malaysia and the nine other Asean countries as siblings, Datuk Kang said it was necessary for both Malaysia and Singapore to sit down and reach a common ground.


"If the dispute remains unresolved, it could escalate and possibly be exploited by other nearby non-Asean nations. The people as well as businesses will suffer then.

Retired diplomat Bilahari Kausikan shared an article on Facebook in which Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia Supreme Council member Rais Hussin said Singapore will gain nothing by hardening its stance against Malaysia in the ongoing maritime dispute.
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"Therefore, it is always the best if Asean countries show commitment to solve any dispute and develop the region together," he added.

He also noted that both Malaysia and Singapore should engage less in a war of words.

"Be it engaging in active discussions or initiating legal procedure, both countries have to cooperate and solve the issue either way," he added.

Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Malaysia secretary-general Low Kian Chuan also echoed Mr Kang's sentiment, saying there was no need for neighbours to fight.

"The issue may not affect the business sector much as of now, but it doesn't mean that it should be taken lightly," said Datuk Low.

"It will be up to the Foreign Ministry's wisdom to deal with it by following the law. It should not drag on... especially after so many years of being together."

Calling the bilateral relationship between two countries as "cold politics" and "hot economics", Socio-Economic Research Centre executive director Lee Heng Guie said that both countries' economic and investment relationship has been strong amid occasional flashpoints and issues in the past.

As at June, he said, Singapore's foreign direct investment (FDI) stock in Malaysia amounted to RM120.9 billion (S$39.7 billion) or 19.6 per cent of Malaysia's outstanding FDI, making it the largest foreign investor in Malaysia.

"In our assessment, the probability of high-intensity conflict is low. It is in the best interest of both countries to negotiate and resolve their differences.

"Both countries must avoid any hostile confrontation that would not only strain the relationship, but risk impacting the bilateral business and investment flows if the conflict escalates," he said, adding that evidence from countries embroiled in prolonged conflict has resulted in the disruption of economic and trade flows.

Political analyst Aruna Gopinath, who specialises in maritime security, called for an immediate negotiation to take place.

"Immediate negotiations have to take place and there should not be any provocations. This is a border dispute and no military forces should be deployed by both countries," she said.

"Both countries have to respect each other's territorial integrity and return to the negotiating table."

She added that the issue also should not be blown out of proportion by the media or politicians.

JOHOREANS UNEASY
Residents of Johor, Singapore's immediate neighbour, likewise feel that both countries should meet at the negotiation table as soon as possible.

Mr Andes Wong, 32, a Malaysian who visits Singapore frequently, said both countries have a long history of good relationship that should not be marred by a maritime or airspace dispute.

"I believe we can come to a win-win situation which will benefit all sides," he said on Sunday.

He said many Malaysians and Singaporeans cross over to both countries every day and both governments have gained revenue from this.

Mr Saiful Ahmad, 47, who travels daily to Singapore for work, said an amicable solution was the best way.

"I am worried about my livelihood. I cannot afford to lose my job if the situation worsens and both countries restrict the movement of people," he said.

Mr Justin Seow, who is studying at the Nanyang Technological University, said he is troubled.

"I hope the bilateral relations will not worsen. The question arises whether the people of the two nations will be blinded by pure nationalism or they will consider things from a rational level," he said.

He does not think the dispute would cost Malaysians their jobs in the Republic but it all depends on the city-state's response if the dispute escalated.

Johor Indian Business Association president P. Sivakumar is shocked that the situation has reached this point, adding that the business communities of both countries are monitoring the situation.

He said both countries should de-escalate and find an amicable solution to the issues including water, airspace and sea boundaries.

"If both sides are unable to reach an agreement, they should bring this to the ICJ (International Court of Justice)," Mr Sivakumar said.

Meanwhile, Singaporean Khairina Mohamad said both governments should come up with a win-win solution that would benefit both Malaysia and Singapore, especially their citizens.

"I feel that prolonging the quarrel will just affect businesses in both countries," she said.

Ms Khairina, who spends every weekend in Johor, also shared what she loved about Malaysia - food, culture and apparel.

"I find joy in exploring uniqueness and I think many Singaporeans do as well," she said.

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[zhihau]

Fuck the PAP! Impound the vessel already!

 

[ckmpd]

let us see whether LHL has the courage and wisdom to act correctly

 

[A Singaporean]

Long live Dr M.

 

[Rogue Trader]

Airspace and maritime border kena makan by Mudland.... According to A level economics, sinkapore real estate prices should be pushed up

 

[Hypocrite-The]

 

[PTADER]

https://www.straitstimes.com/politi...s-to-de-escalate-situation-in-maritime-border

Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing had said on Saturday that the Singapore Government is hopeful that both governments can reach a swift and amicable resolution to this dispute. And if the talks do not eventually produce an amicable resolution, the Singapore Government would be prepared for the matter to be settled by recourse to an appropriate international third-party dispute settlement procedure.

Bloody chibai, boh chee general. Even without any mobilisation, me and all my fellow reservists have already reported to camp with our helmet and sbo, ready to charge into Malaysia. After all the big talk and hype, this chibai toy general now talk about settling "by recourse to an appropriate international third-party dispute settlement procedure."

A real let down for all of us patriots looking to fight a war. This chibai and all his chui kong lampah song generals and ministers cannot be trusted. Really no balls.

 

[Asterix]

Aiyoh, Malaysia will not remove its vessels from Singapore territorial waters then Singapore will confiscate those vessels and detain the crew. So simple, our overpaid MiniStars also don't know what to do. And the most highly paid of them all, the 3G and current PM, the leader of Gahbrament is not showing any leadership. Mahathir opens his mouth and all his Ministers tow the line. LHL keeps his mouth shut and his MiniStars all give their own opinion. What fuck leadership is this! LHL is a useless piece of crap. An owl fly into Istana and he will instantly post it on the web, foreign vessels intrude into your territory and you act blur ....... like nothing happened.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Aiyoh, Malaysia will not remove its vessels from Singapore territorial waters then Singapore will confiscate those vessels and detain the crew. So simple, our overpaid MiniStars also don't know what to do. And the most highly paid of them all, the 3G and current PM, the leader of Gahbrament is not showing any leadership. Mahathir opens his mouth and all his Ministers tow the line. LHL keeps his mouth shut and his MiniStars all give their own opinion. What fuck leadership is this! LHL is a useless piece of crap. An owl fly into Istana and he will instantly post it on the web, foreign vessels intrude into your territory and you act blur ....... like nothing happened.

Does anyone know where pinky is? When ever there is problems he always no sight n no sound. Mas Selamat escape he no sight no sound...now with this border dispute he does a mas Selamat again. I think his health is a big issue n the cover up continues

 

[songsongjurong]

pinky on christmas vacation.

 

[maxxi]

What still no "puzelled and perplexed" diplomatic parlance

 

[nayr69sg]

Sure end up like go to the international court or ask someone else to solve the dispute for them. PAP got no guts. Talk so much about famed SAF do mobilization got so many generals. But never fire a single bullet. Not even a warning shot.

The coast guard was sleeping lah when all this happened.

 

[mojito]

Aiyoh, Malaysia will not remove its vessels from Singapore territorial waters then Singapore will confiscate those vessels and detain the crew. So simple, our overpaid MiniStars also don't know what to do. And the most highly paid of them all, the 3G and current PM, the leader of Gahbrament is not showing any leadership. Mahathir opens his mouth and all his Ministers tow the line. LHL keeps his mouth shut and his MiniStars all give their own opinion. What fuck leadership is this! LHL is a useless piece of crap. An owl fly into Istana and he will instantly post it on the web, foreign vessels intrude into your territory and you act blur ....... like nothing happened.

Aiya what confiscate? Singapore belongs to everyone! Just park for a while cannot ah?

 

[zhihau]

Aiya what confiscate? Singapore belongs to everyone! Just park for a while cannot ah?

You think everything free in Sinkiestan? Must pay money for anchoring in our waters.

 

[ginfreely]

On Monday, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad also said Malaysia will keep its vessels in the disputed waters until a decision has been reached.

"At the moment, because there is no decision, the vessels are there. Singaporean vessels are there, our vessels are there," he said.

They anyhow dispute only can send ships to Spore waters so we also anyhow dispute and send ships to mudland applying their ccb logic back on themselves. And I can tell you ccb Malaysians will fire straight away without warning. Once my rubbish bin was only placed slightly out of the dividing line and their car knocked it down immediately. Their ccb logic is always one way only.

 

[ginfreely]

Long live Dr M.

@musashi liked this post of long live Dr M. Why? Because he is a m&d RAT like you pretending to be A Singaporean. Damn DISGUSTING.