HANDS OFF HENRY: "The Malaysia-Philippines counter-claims on Sabah were mentioned in several cables, with most referencing the Islamic insurgency in the Philippines by jihadist groups, of which Malaysia is a supporter. Lydman, however, refused Malaysia’s request, preferring to keep his government’s “hands off” policy, despite sharing Razak’s concerns over the problems raised by the situation. “We remained convinced that so far as the Sabah claim was concerned, it was best resolved between the two countries themselves,” Lydman said, suggesting that if any “encouragement” is needed, it should be exerted by Asean members themselves. The ambassador stressed that it would be difficult for Marcos to abandon his claim “with a gun at his head”, claiming that only a “serious discussion” between Razak and his counterpart could resolve the issue. Lydman also revealed that Razak was not interested to help the secession of Philippine Muslims, preferring to offer any assistance possible to Marcos instead. In stark comparison, the Najib administration has openly supported the Moro people’s cause, as Putrajaya brokered the peace accord between the Philippines government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) last year." (Repost from April 17, 2013) https://facebook/photo.php?fbid=597306393614003&set=a.489200841091226.116980.245622175449095&type=1&theater
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