Malaysia-China relations continue to flourish, expand into emerging sectors
BEIJING: Malaysia-China relations continue to flourish, with both countries committed to strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, technology and other high-potential areas, said Malaysia’s Ambassador to China Datuk Norman Muhamad.
Malaysia and China continue to strengthen their 52-year-old diplomatic relations, focusing on trade, investment, technology, and emerging sectors. China remains Malaysia's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching US$132.50 billion in 2025, and China's cumulative investments in Malaysia amounting to US$24.5 billion since 1980, creating 106,712 jobs.
The two countries are expanding cooperation in areas such as TVET, digital economy, AI, and green technology, in line with Malaysia's New Industrial Master Plan 2030, National Semiconductor Strategy, and Green Investment Strategy. Malaysia signed an agreement with China and 36 other countries to become founding members of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO), emphasizing the importance of a safe, fair, and open AI development.
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