• “heirs” and “successors-in-interest” to Sultan Sulu (“Claimants”) have initiated an international arbitration proceeding against Malaysia (“Claims”) in Madrid and Paris courts. This led to the issuance of a purported Final Award against the Government of Malaysia on 28 February 2022, which, among others, ordered the Government to pay the Claimants USD14.92 billion (RM62.59 billion).
• In response, the Government has taken a three-pronged action – in terms of legal actions, diplomatic efforts, and strategic communications. In addressing this matter further, an Official Website to disseminate info as well as provide a better understanding of this subject can view the following link below:-