KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian leaders, including the prime minister, have said they will not allow North Korea to insult the sovereignty of the nation. Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, in condemning “insulting statements” by North Korean officials, said they should respect Malaysia’s sovereignty. But they didn’t do that, so we have taken action to declare the person as persona non grata," he said, referring to North Korean Ambassador to Malaysia Kang Chol. Asked about diplomatic ties with North Korea, Najib said "one step at a time." Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican said these accusations have affected the relationship between the two countries.

Source: The Star March 06, 2017 05:37 UTC