Anwar: Stronger global ties must benefit farmers
SERDANG: Malaysia will continue strengthening diplomatic and economic ties with major global powers and Asean member states to ensure the country’s progress translates into direct benefits for the people, particularly farmers, plantation operators and padi growers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the importance of strengthening Malaysia's diplomatic and economic ties with major global powers and Asean member states, particularly in the context of benefiting the country's farmers, plantation operators, and padi growers. He highlighted how international relations could open opportunities for investment, exports, and access to new markets, specifically citing the growth of Malaysia's pineapple exports and expansion of onion production as examples of the agriculture sector's increasing connection to international trade.
Anwar also discussed the importance of international cooperation in addressing climate change and its impact on agriculture and food security, emphasizing Malaysia's efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and coal while exploring alternative energy sources and pursuing energy cooperation with neighboring countries.
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