China is prepared to work closely with Malaysia to implement the agreements made by both countries’ leaders in building a high-level strategic China-Malaysia community with a shared future, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday.
During his meeting with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan in Kuala Lumpur, Wang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized the need to fully execute joint Belt and Road cooperation plans. He called for strengthened collaboration in trade, investment, infrastructure, and connectivity, especially advancing key projects like the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) and the “Two Countries, Twin Parks” initiative.
Wang also urged greater cooperation in emerging industries and advanced technologies to help develop a regional hub focused on high-quality productivity.
He highlighted the importance of continued cultural dialogue, especially between Confucian and Islamic civilizations, and the mutual visa exemption agreement, which is expected to enhance people-to-people exchanges and deepen public support for bilateral ties.
China is ready to strengthen political trust, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, enhance strategic alignment, and preserve the longstanding friendship with Malaysia, Wang added, aiming to translate the leaders’ vision into tangible progress.
On broader regional ties, Wang reiterated that China and ASEAN remain close neighbors and trusted partners. The conclusion of negotiations on the Version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area reflects both sides’ strong commitment to expanding their shared market and defending free trade.
He criticized the United States for imposing high tariffs on ASEAN countries, calling it a unilateral and bullying tactic that lacks support. China’s countermeasures, he said, are not only for its own defense but also to protect the interests of ASEAN and the broader global community.
Wang reaffirmed China’s willingness to deepen collaboration with ASEAN to protect the multilateral trading system, stabilize global industrial and supply chains, and promote inclusive global economic growth.
Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan responded by describing Malaysia-China ties as stronger than ever, especially during a time of growing global uncertainty. He stressed the importance of boosting both bilateral and ASEAN-wide cooperation.
He reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to the one-China policy and voiced support for China’s three major global initiatives, the Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, and Global Civilization Initiative, expressing readiness to expand cooperation in trade, infrastructure, digital economy, and green development.
Mohamad added that in dealing with global challenges like tariffs, Malaysia will prioritize regional solidarity over narrow national interests, affirming that ASEAN does not abandon partners for short-term gain.
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