By becoming a member of ASEAN.
Malaysia was the first ASEAN country was founded. The Joint Declaration was signed in Bangkok on the hoard seizures Abdul Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister. Minister of Defence and the Ministry of National Development. The main objective of the establishment of the ASEAN Association of Malaysia then. Due to security problems, both within the country. Between Malaysia and neighboring countries. Stability in the region, including the impact of the Cold War. This has a direct impact on political stability and economic development of Malaysia. Malaysia's state prior to integration into the ASEAN. Malaysia is a major problem.