As the diplomatic mission of the European Union, the Delegation's task is to promote closer ties with Malaysia by providing an efficient and reliable communication channel between the EU and Malaysian authorities, business, education institutions and civil society.

The Delegation also promotes people-to-people contacts and highlights Europe’s cultural and linguistic diversity. It supports European higher education exchanges and facilitates cooperation in the field of science and technology through its various activities.

The specific tasks of the EU Delegation to Malaysia are to:

• Represent the European Union in the execution of its competences.
• Enhance bilateral political, economic and commercial relations.
• Promote and defend the values and interests of the EU.
• Pursue an information and communication policy in line with the European Union’s overall strategy in South East Asia.

The EU Delegation works in close contact with the Embassies of the individual EU Member States present in Malaysia and promotes the EU's common positions and policies in the areas of EU competence.

Ambassador

Mr Rafael DAERR, Ambassador and Head of Delegation 

Political Affairs, Press and Information Section

Mr Timo GOOSMANN, Minister Counsellor – Head of Political Affairs, Press and Information 

Ms Joanna WASIEWSKA, First Counsellor 

Mr Eero OINONEN, Political Officer (JPD) 

Ms Fatimah ZAINAL, Press and Information Officer

Trade and Economic Relations Section

Mr Denis BARESCH, Minister Counsellor – Head of Trade and Economic Relations 

Mr Pekka PENTTILA, First Secretary

Administration 

Mr Tilen PUNGERCAR, Head of Administration

Human Rights Focal Point 

Ms Joanna WASIEWSKA, First Counsellor