In a landmark meeting in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in productive talks with his Malaysian counterpart, Dato' Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Haji Hasan, highlighting the deep-rooted friendship between the two nations.
Marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, Wang emphasized that China and Malaysia have consistently supported each other through changing international landscapes. \"China firmly supports Malaysia in pursuing a development path suited to its own national conditions and stands ready to strengthen high-level exchanges,\" Wang stated.
Highlighting the economic bond, Wang noted that China has been Malaysia's largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years. Both nations are poised to accelerate collaboration in key areas such as infrastructure, the digital economy, green development, and new energy vehicles. Additionally, they aim to share experiences in poverty reduction and enhance inter-party exchanges to further bilateral relations.
Dato' Seri Mohamad echoed these sentiments, reaffirming Malaysia's commitment to the one-China policy and opposing external interference in the South China Sea. He expressed optimism about deepening cooperation in energy transition, digital economy, agriculture, and tourism, aiming to build an even brighter future for both countries.
The discussions also covered international and regional issues, with Malaysia appreciating China's stance on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and advocating for a two-state solution. Both leaders pledged to bolster coordination and cooperation to achieve a timely resolution to the Palestinian issue.
As ASEANηιθ¦ζε and a representative of emerging economies, Malaysia's partnership with China underscores a mutual commitment to safeguarding core interests, upholding international fairness, and promoting the common interests of Global South countries.
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