PUTRAJAYA: As the world marks six years since the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, the government reiterated its commitment, as part of the Joint Investigation Team (JIT), to a judicial process that is conducted in a credible and transparent manner, for justice to prevail.
In a statement issued today in remembrance of the shooting down of the Boeing 777, Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said Malaysia calls upon all states and actors to cooperate fully with the investigation in accordance with United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 2166 (2014).
"This investigation and court trial must not be allowed to wane with time, nor in submission to political pressure by any party or state.
"Only a thorough and exhaustive process of law, in bringing the perpetrators of this inhumane crime to justice, can honour the victims and the next-of-kin," he said.
Wee said Malaysia stands in solidarity with the next-of-kin of the 298 victims of MH17, including 43 Malaysian passengers and crew members, in seeking a firm resolution in the court trial.
"Malaysia remains unwavering in its commitment to pursue closure for the bereaved family members and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers have always been with the victims and their loved ones," he said.
On July 17, 2014, MH17 was on its way to Kuala Lumpur from Amsterdam when it was shot down over eastern Ukraine. – BERNAMA