Malaysia once again made history at the UN when its resolution to combat extremism and radicalisation initiated by the Global Movement of Moderates (GMM) was accepted at the 72th Session of the UN Assembly.

CEO of GMM Foundation (GMMF) Nasharudin Mat Isa said this was a big recognition for Malaysia as the message of moderation gained global support.

“It is not easy to convince the international community, but with Malaysia’s track record as a nation which practises moderation, tolerance and mutual respect, we managed to convince UN members,” he said in a statement.

He said the resolution was supported by 135 UN member nations, except US and Israel which opposed, while no nations abstained.

The resolution was tabled by Malaysia’s Permanent Representative to the UN in New York, Mohd Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, last September.

- Bernama