Kuala lumpur: The Home Ministry (KDN) will continue to strengthen Malaysia's border controls by enforcing stringent immigration checks, law enforcement and security measures in line with the MADANI Government's policy on Israel.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, KDN stated its full support for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's firm stance on Israel and Malaysia's ongoing commitment to defending the rights of the Palestinian people while protecting the country's national interests. The statement emphasized that, in accordance with the government's policy of having no diplomatic relations with Israel, travel documents issued by Israel are not recognized for entry into Malaysia.

KDN highlighted that all applications by foreign nationals to enter Malaysia are subject to comprehensive immigration screening, security vetting, and risk assessments. Through the Immigration Department, KDN will continue to enforce all relevant laws governing the entry of foreign nationals, including the Immigration Act 1959/1963 (Act 155), the Passport Act 1966 (Act 160), existing immigration regulations, and security assessments conducted by national security agencies.

The ministry further stated that individuals considered a threat to national security, public order, or the national interest, including those classified as prohibited immigrants under Section 8 of the Immigration Act 1959/1963, will be denied entry into Malaysia or will face appropriate legal action.

KDN noted that border management extends beyond immigration matters and is a fundamental component of the country's national security framework. This framework is jointly implemented with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), the National Security Council (MKN), the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), and other relevant enforcement agencies.

The ministry added that the integrated approach reflects its ongoing commitment to ensuring that all decisions regarding the entry of foreign nationals consider national security, sovereignty, public interest, and compliance with Malaysian laws. It also mentioned that border security will continue to be enhanced through the use of advanced technology, intelligence sharing, risk profiling, and integrated enforcement to ensure Malaysia remains safe, sovereign, and protected from threats to national security.