KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s relationship with China goes beyond trade and investment, encompassing mutual understanding and respect for the cultures and civilisations of both countries, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
The prime minister said this unique aspect of Malaysia-China’s ties must be nurtured alongside economic collaboration.
“During my conversation with President Xi Jinping, we discussed not only economic relations, trade and investment but also the need to build this friendship on trust and mutual respect.
“As the Chinese proverb says, after traversing mountains and rivers, we arrive at a bright village surrounded by willows and flowers,” he said.
He said this at the 2025 Chinese New Year celebration jointly organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China.– MORE
