In a Facebook post today, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he was confident that the experience and expertise of each diplomat would enable them to carry out their duties effectively. — Bernama pic (New users only) It's tax relief season! Get up to RM300 when you save with Versa! Plus, enjoy an additional FREE RM10 when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with a min. cash-in of RM100 today. T&Cs apply. Wednesday, 10 Jun 2026 5:54 PM MYT KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — Malaysian heads of mission representing the country abroad shoulder a significant responsibility in strengthening bilateral ties and upholding the nation’s image on the international stage, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. In a Facebook post today, Ahmad Zahid said he was confident that the experience and expertise of each diplomat would enable them to carry out their duties effectively.“Insya-Allah, I believe their experience and expertise will help them discharge these responsibilities with excellence while opening up more opportunities for cooperation that will benefit the country.“I wish them all the best in their new assignments. May their affairs be eased, they be blessed with good health and continue to uphold Malaysia’s good name on the international stage,” he said.Ahmad Zahid made the remarks after receiving a courtesy call from 13 newly appointed Malaysian heads of mission before they departed to assume their postings abroad.The diplomats will represent Malaysia in Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Austria, New Zealand, Laos, Oman, Ireland, Finland, Timor-Leste, Chile, Lebanon and Uzbekistan. — Bernama