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It’s possible to leverage global ties to withstand energy crisis pressures - NSC

Strategic manufacturing role and strong diplomatic links position the country to secure alternative fuel supplies amid global uncertainty.

Updated 3 months ago · Published on 14 Apr 2026 8:36AM

It’s possible to leverage global ties to withstand energy crisis pressures - NSC
Malaysia’s strategy of combining industrial integration with diplomatic engagement stands out to maintain resilience as volatility in global energy markets continues - April 14, 2026

MALAYSIA’S position within the global manufacturing chain and its extensive diplomatic relationships are providing a critical buffer against the impact of the ongoing global energy crisis, according to the National Security Council (NSC).

NSC Director-General Datuk Raja Nurshirwan Zainal Abidin said the country’s international industrial ties and overseas energy footprint offer flexibility in securing alternative fuel sources should supply disruptions worsen.

“We are positioned strategically within the global manufacturing chain, so we have relationships with key players. Petronas also operates worldwide, and it can leverage those relationships to secure fuel resources,” he said.

He pointed to Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) as a key asset, noting that its global operations and established relationships with international energy players could be mobilised to stabilise supply during periods of strain.

Speaking on a Bernama televised current affairs programme, he said Malaysia is better placed than many countries to manage external shocks due to these structural advantages.

In parallel, he emphasised that Malaysia’s strong bilateral diplomatic ties are helping to cushion the effects of disruptions to global supply chains linked to the energy crisis.

A forthcoming official visit by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to further strengthen cooperation, with discussions set to include fuel supply arrangements between the two nations.

“Therefore, we have such relationships that enable us to handle this situation better than most countries in the world,” he said.

The remarks underscore Malaysia’s strategy of combining industrial integration with diplomatic engagement to maintain resilience as volatility in global energy markets continues. - April 14, 2026

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