Three Russian naval ships from the Pacific fleet made an important visit to Penang, Malaysia, as confirmed by Defense Minister Khaled Nordin.
The visit, which lasts until Thursday, commemorates the sinking of the Russian cruiser 'Zhemchug' during the Battle of Penang in 1914, where 89 Russian sailors were killed.
The presence of the Russian navy highlights a long-standing naval tradition of honoring historic events, while strengthening diplomatic ties through defense-related cooperation.
Khaled stressed that such naval visits are normal and involve diplomatic coordination, contributing to logistics management and fostering international relations.
The stopover in Penang reflects Russia's efforts to maintain its global naval reach, with the ship's crew participating in a ceremony commemorating the past and acknowledging the importance of historical ties with Malaysia.
The event is part of Malaysia's wider naval engagement, including recent visits by ships from Italy and Germany, marking Malaysia's strategic role as a host for naval diplomacy in the region.
