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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim sharply criticized Norway on Thursday for canceling an export license for naval missiles destined for Malaysia’s military, cautioning that such actions could undermine trust in European defense contractors.<\/p>

During a telephone conversation with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr St\u00f8re, Anwar expressed Malaysia’s strong disapproval after Norway prevented the shipment of Naval Strike Missile systems and related launcher parts planned for Malaysia’s coastal combat vessel program.<\/p>

“Malaysia has honored every obligation under this contract since 2018: scrupulously, faithfully and without equivocation,” Anwar declared in a public statement. “Norway, it appears, has not felt compelled to extend us the same courtesy and demonstration of good faith.”<\/p>

According to Malaysian news agency Bernama, the weapons manufacturer Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace AS stated that export licensing matters are exclusively managed by Norwegian government officials.<\/p>

Norwegian officials have not issued any public statements regarding the missile contract cancellation or responded to Anwar’s criticisms.<\/p>

Malaysian Defense Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin informed local reporters that his government had already remitted close to 95% of the contract’s total cost when Norway halted the shipment in March.<\/p>

The anti-ship missile technology was designated for Malaysia’s newest class of coastal combat vessels as part of military upgrade initiatives.<\/p>

Anwar warned that Norway’s decision would compromise Malaysia’s military preparedness and “undoubtedly carry broader ramifications for the regional balance.”<\/p>

The Malaysian leader challenged the dependability of European defense companies when existing contracts can be canceled without mutual agreement.<\/p>

“Signed contracts are solemn instruments. They are not confetti to be scattered in so capricious a manner,” Anwar stated. “If European defense suppliers reserve the right to renege with impunity, their value as strategic partners flies out the window.”<\/p>

Khaled announced that officials are now reviewing legal remedies and potential compensation demands regarding the canceled shipment.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim strongly criticized Norway for canceling an export license for naval missiles after Malaysia had paid nearly 95% of the contract value. The dispute centers on a Naval Strike Missile system that was blocked from delivery in March, prompting Malaysia to consider legal action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":66466,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[832],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-66467","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-world-news"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tvdelmarva.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/news-1778758927492.jpg?fit=1000%2C666&ssl=1","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pbtNqq-hi3","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":68720,"url":"https:\/\/tvdelmarva.com\/wp\/malaysia-demands-250m-from-norway-after-canceled-missile-contract\/","url_meta":{"origin":66467,"position":0},"title":"Malaysia Demands $250M+ From Norway After Canceled Missile Contract","author":"Admin","date":"May 19, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"Malaysia's defense minister announced Tuesday that the country is seeking over $250 million in compensation from Norway after Oslo suddenly revoked export permits for naval missile systems. 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