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Malaysia's Deputy Prime Minister has called for legal and diplomatic action against Norway following its decision to cancel the export licence for Naval Strike Missiles intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy's Littoral Combat Ships.
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Malaysia's Public Accounts Committee has mandated quarterly progress reports on the Littoral Combat Ship programme to address mounting delays. The controversial RM11.22 billion naval acquisition faces further setbacks following Norway's cancellation of missile export licences.
Malaysia's Defence Ministry has indicated willingness to meet Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace regarding the cancelled RM1.06 billion Naval Strike Missile contract, though officials remain cautious about potential stalling tactics in the claims process.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has indicated Malaysia's willingness to resolve the fallout from Norway's cancellation of a missile supply agreement tied to the troubled Littoral Combat Ship programme.