Malaysia hails French court for setting aside US$15 billion award to Sulu heirs

SULU – Malaysia hailed a French court decision setting aside the US$15 billion (RM69 billion) award in a case brought by eight heirs of the Sultan of Sulu regarding territorial claims related to the mineral-rich Sabah in Borneo, the New Straits Times reported.

Malaysia to fight Sulu heirs claims

KUALA LUMPUR continues to defend its rights against any attempts by the heirs of the Sultan of Sulu to grab Malaysia’s assets, The Malay Mail quoted Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.