In a sunlit hall in Putrajaya, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warmly received Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, marking another high point in a relationship on a historic upswing.
Reflecting on President Xi Jinping's landmark visit earlier this year, Anwar highlighted how Xi's global vision resonated with Malaysians, boosting bilateral cooperation across trade, tech and infrastructure.
"From joint green energy projects to digital innovation hubs," Anwar said, "these ties have delivered real benefits for people in both countries." He noted the rapid growth of multi-dimensional partnerships, from smart city pilots to student exchanges.
Looking ahead, both leaders pointed to BRICS's rising influence as a channel for independent, sustainable development. Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, praised Malaysia's work as ASEAN chair and vouched for stronger South-South collaboration.
"China regards Malaysia as a sincere friend," Wang said, "and we are ready to build a high-level, strategic community with a shared future, turning summit visions into concrete action."
He also called out unilateral high tariffs as a barrier to growth, stressing that China remains committed to opening up its vast market and expanding win-win cooperation with developing economies.
As Malaysia steers ASEAN through regional challenges and both nations champion Global South revitalization, this Putrajaya meeting underscores a shared ambition: forging resilient, forward-looking partnerships that span continents and generations.
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