Malaysia-China Partnership Must Move Beyond Traditional Trade, Investment -- PM Anwar

 

SERI KEMBANGAN, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and China should expand their economic partnership beyond traditional trade and investment by placing greater emphasis on innovation, industrial cooperation and talent development, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

He said the two countries' economies had strong complementarities and tremendous potential, providing opportunities to deepen cooperation in areas that could generate greater value for businesses and their people.

“Our partnership extends beyond traditional trade and investment. 

“We should continue to work together to embrace innovation, strengthen industrial cooperation, develop talent, and create greater value for businesses and our people,” he said in a video keynote address for the 16th Malaysia-China Entrepreneurs Conference organised by the Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) here today.

The prime minister also congratulated MCCC on organising the conference, describing it as an important platform for fostering business connections, strengthening mutual understanding and creating new opportunities between the two countries.

He said the conference could serve as a catalyst for fresh ideas and closer engagement between the Malaysian and Chinese business communities.

“May this conference open new doors, inspire fresh ideas, and bring our business communities closer together,” he said.

Anwar also called for continued efforts to strengthen the friendship between Malaysia and China and build a brighter future for both countries.

-- BERNAMA