[4] In 1994, Colombia expressed their interest to collaborate in agricultural sectors as both countries have a common tropical climate,[5] as well to increase their economic productivity and development in human resources.

[8] In 1989, Malaysia proposed to the United Nations (UN) that an international military be organised to counter private drug cartels and armies to aid countries such as Colombia.

[9] On 27 October 1990, the two countries along with Cuba and Yemen voiced concerns over a UN resolution that would make Iraq responsible for financial repercussions relating to the invasion of Kuwait.

[10] Eventually an agreement was made to increase pressure on President Saddam Hussein to withdraw from Kuwait and end the Gulf War.

Although Malaysia and Colombia supported the UN's authorised use of force against Iraq, neither countries participated directly in the Coalition.