Welcome to the Official EU Delegation to Malaysia's Website!

Building stronger partnerships for a sustainable future

The European Union (EU) is a political and economic partnership that fosters cooperation and sustainable development worldwide. In Malaysia, the EU works to strengthen ties, promote environmental sustainability, and support social and economic growth through initiatives in trade, education, and climate action.

WHAT WE DO

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Delegation of the European Union to Malaysia

As the diplomatic mission of the European Union, the Delegation's task is to promote closer ties with Malaysia by providing an efficient and reliable communication channel between the EU and Malaysian authorities, business, education institutions and civil society.

The Delegation also promotes people-to-people contacts and highlights Europe’s cultural and linguistic diversity. It supports European higher education exchanges and facilitates cooperation in the field of science and technology through its various activities.

The specific tasks of the EU Delegation to Malaysia are to

  • Represent the European Union in the execution of its competences.
  • Enhance bilateral political, economic and commercial relations.
  • Promote and defend the values and interests of the EU.
  • Pursue an information and communication policy in line with the European Union’s overall strategy in South East Asia.

The EU Delegation works in close contact with the Embassies of the individual EU Member States present in Malaysia and promotes the EU's common positions and policies in the areas of EU competence.

The EU in Malaysia

The European Union has played a vital role in enhancing trade partnerships, supporting green initiatives, and contributing to Malaysia's social and economic progress

16

EU Member State embassies
in Malaysia

RM 100 Mill+

Ongoing EU projects
in Malaysia

15+

Projects in Malaysia

Our Leadership

Mr Rafael Daerr
Ambassador-designate and Head of Delegation
Mr Timo Goosmann
Minister Counsellor – Head of Political Affairs, Press and Information
Ms Joanna Wasiewska
First Counsellor
Mr Eero Oinonen
Political Officer (JPD)
Ms Fatimah Zainal
Press & Information Officer
Mr Denis Baresch
Minister Counsellor – Head of Trade and Economic Relations
Mr Pekka Penttila
First Secretary
Mr Tilen Pungercar
Head of Administration