Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has made it clear to the United States of America that warships in Southeast Asian seas are a no go.

The nonagenarian had relayed this to US Vice President Mike Pence who is present along with the leaders of other Southeast Asian countries at the 6th Asean-US Summit in Singapore.

Mahathir, however, said small boats to fight pirates are fine.

Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad is not fond of warships.

"Small patrol boats are needed to deal with piracy mainly, but big warships may cause incidents and that will lead to tension," the 93-year-old was reported to have said.

Mahathir had made his thoughts of warships around Malaysian waters clear when he had returned to power following the recent general elections.

But now, he wants warships to stray clear from Asean seas as well.

US Vice President Mike Pence is present at the 6th Asean-US Summit in Singapore.

“We all agreed on ways and means not to increase tension in the South China Sea, that means not bringing in warships, allow freedom of navigation in the South China Sea, and also flights over the South China Sea should not be interfered with.”

“Apart from that, of course, we understand the need for security, and the need for security will be resolved with simple patrol boats," he said of his meeting with the leaders of the nations.

The summit, which is currently being held in Singapore, is part of United States' Indo-Pacific strategy.

Let's hope Pence relays Mahathir's message to US President Donald Trump.