PUTRAJAYA (Bernama): The top priority of the Foreign Ministry now is on Covid-19 related issues as it has affected the economy and the well-being of Malaysians, particularly those remaining in countries seriously affected by the outbreak, says Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein.
The newly-minted Foreign Minister said Wisma Putra needs to look into this issue seriously as it had also affected Malaysians’ frame of mind and if it was not managed properly, there could be repercussions.
Hishammuddin said he would raise the Covid-19 issue with his counterparts in China, Singapore, as well as the United Arab Emirates , to find the best solutions in tackling the outbreak. On his first day in Wisma Putra, Hishammuddin said he was overwhelmed by the strong support given by the ministry staff.
"The response from foreign countries has been extraordinary and overwhelming. Just last night, I was informed of call requests from several foreign ministers, with six calls already lined up just for today," he said.
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