As a sovereign and independent nation, Malaysia has the right to determine what is best for itself and its people, including how it establishes diplomatic ties with other countries, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

As such, he said that no party should attempt to put pressure on the country in that aspect as Malaysia aims to maintain good relations with all countries.

The prime minister, who recently returned from a working visit to Russia, also said that his meeting with President Vladimir Putin was aimed at...