Norway Cancels Kongsberg-Malaysian Government Contract for Naval Strike Missiles, Launchers

Norway canceled a contract between Kongsberg and Malaysia for Naval Strike Missiles and its launchers after the Nordic country implemented new arms restrictions. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim protested the decision on Thursday. Malaysia was set to procure the Naval Strike Missiles and associated equipment from the Norwegian-based contractor for six Maharaja Lela-class Littoral Combat Ships under a $145 million contract signed in 2018. In 2025, Malaysia agreed to another $11.19 million contract for NSM launchers to be installed on the Royal Malaysian Navy’s two in-service Lekiu-class frigates. Malaysia has already paid more than 95 percent of the 2018 contract’s