Syed Md Hasrin, taking on the position that has been vacant for almost two years, has served in numerous countries, including Indonesia, as deputy chief of mission from 2010 to 2013, according to Chargé d'affaires of the Malaysian Embassy in Indonesia Adlan Mohd Shaffieq.
His most recent post was as Malaysia's permanent representative to the United Nations in New York.
"We will inform the Indonesian Foreign Affairs Ministry of his presence in Jakarta so that a date will be determined for the handover of the appointment letter to President Joko Widodo," said Adlan when met at the Chinese New Year celebration event, hosted by Malaysia Chambers Jakarta (MCJ) on Saturday.
Syed Md Hasrin will be briefed by 11 central government agencies on the activities here as soon as he lands in Jakarta, according to Adlan.
Enhancing collaboration between the two nations in the palm oil industry, unresolved disputes surrounding maritime demarcation, workers and other topics will be given priority.
On the appointment of Malaysia's Permanent Representative to Asean in Jakarta following the vacancy for almost a year, he indicated the announcement would be made shortly.
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir would soon accredit the career diplomat, he added, adding that the name is already known. — BERNAMA