Jordan Daily - Malaysia's national oil company, Petronas, is set to commence negotiations with Russia to purchase oil and secure the country's fuel supply, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Anwar Ibrahim highlighted that many European and American nations, previously imposing sanctions on Moscow, are now actively competing to buy Russian oil.
Speaking to the Sinar Harian newspaper during the opening ceremony of the new Sultan Ismail Petra Airport station in Pengkalan Chepa, Anwar stated that Malaysia maintains a positive relationship with Russia, enabling Petronas to engage in negotiations.
The Prime Minister revealed that early diplomatic efforts by the government ensured Malaysian oil tankers were among the first to navigate the strategic Strait of Hormuz, averting a potential energy supply crisis.
Anwar elaborated on the geopolitical tensions between Iran, the United States, and Europe, which have directly impacted global maritime transport, oil prices, and fertilizer shipments.
He expressed gratitude that a Petronas oil tanker safely reached the Pengerang Integrated Complex, emphasizing the shipment's necessity for refining operations conducted there.
Anwar attributed this success to his government's early communication with the Iranian leadership, facilitating the tankers' passage during stalled international negotiations regarding navigation in the Strait.
