KUALA LUMPUR: Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has urged the government to clarify Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's remarks on Taiwan, warning against statements that could complicate Malaysia's trade relations.
The former deputy foreign minister said Malaysia should maintain its neutral foreign policy and avoid becoming entangled in tensions between China and Taiwan.
"We are a small country. We are a trading nation. Why must we rock the boat?" he told a press conference at Parliament building today.
He was referring to Anwar's response during an Al Jazeera interview, in which the prime minister was asked about China's position on the possible use of force against Taiwan.
