New York (United Nations), 11 November 2026 (SPS) – Malaysia has reaffirmed its principled and unwavering support for the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination, stressing that any peaceful settlement of the Western Sahara conflict must guarantee this right in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law.
Addressing the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, Malaysia's representative said that a just, lasting and mutually acceptable political solution must be based on relevant international resolutions and the UN-sponsored negotiating process. He recalled the consensus reflected in General Assembly Resolution 80/89 and the Fourth Committee's adoption of the resolution on 15 October 2026, reaffirming the international legal status of Western Sahara as a question of decolonization.
Malaysia also commended the efforts of the UN Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy to facilitate dialogue and negotiations between the parties, expressing support for continued diplomatic efforts to advance the political process and preserve peace, security and stability in the region.
The Malaysian delegation voiced deep concern over the Security Council's failure to reach consensus on renewing the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO), urging Council members to bridge their differences and fulfil their responsibilities.
It further described the General Assembly's meeting under the veto initiative, pursuant to Resolution 76/262, as an important opportunity to strengthen transparency and accountability on issues affecting international peace and security.
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