Malaysia Oversight

Sabah’s rights over Sulawesi Sea intact, no deal yet with Indonesia

By MkiniEN in August 3, 2025 – Reading time 1 minute
Sabah’s rights over Sulawesi Sea intact, no deal yet with Indonesia


Prime Minister Ibrahim dismissed claims that Malaysia has ceded its rights over disputed areas in the Sulawesi Sea, saying negotiations with Indonesia are still ongoing and involve the Sabah state government.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the National Farmers, Breeders and Fisherfolk Day in Kota Kinabalu, said any agreement on maritime borders or oil and gas cooperation must comply with legal and historical frameworks – including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) 1982, and most importantly, receive Sabah’s consent…



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