Published on:  7 May 2025

Author: Cassey Lee

A flurry of bilateral agreements on travel, transport, logistics, technology, and digital economy signal closer Malaysia-China cooperation in the future.

The Chinese President’s three-day visit to Malaysia in mid-April has been described in glowing terms by both countries’ leaders. President Xi enthused that China’s relationship with Malaysia is entering a “new golden era”.  Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim affirmed that “Malaysia will remain an unwavering and principled friend to China”. 

The effusive statements from the two leaders undoubtedly signal closer diplomatic and economic cooperation in the future.  This is evidenced by the exchange of 31 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), agreements, and notes between Malaysia and China during President Xi’s visit. 

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