To provide policy guidance and advice on all matters on the engagements between Malawi and the international community

To promote and protect Malawi’s interest and maintain good international relations through implementation of its foreign policy, in order to contribute to sustainable development and territorial integrity

A high quality diplomatic service that promotes and protects Malawi’s interests and image

Professionalism, Transparency, Accountability, Patriotism, Confidentiality, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovativeness, and Courtesy