Anwar: Malaysia must tap China ties to grow exports and open markets for local products

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 — Malaysian Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the nation to capitalize on its robust relationship with China to expand exports and access new markets for local products. In a Facebook post, Anwar emphasized that the current government will persist in enhancing the business climate and assisting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in broadening their presence in global markets.

This is aimed at ensuring that more Malaysian businesses reap the benefits of the economic alliance between the two countries. Earlier, Anwar engaged in a courtesy call with the organizing committee of the Malaysia-China Entrepreneurs Conference (MCEC) 2026, headed by Tan Sri Barry Goh Ming Choon. The discussion centered on strategies for the 16th edition of the esteemed conference.

Anwar reiterated the government's full backing for this year's event, highlighting its role as a vital platform to fortify trade, investment, and business connections between the corporate sectors of both nations. "I am hopeful that the MCEC will persistently foster additional high-value economic prospects, including aiding local entrepreneurs and Bumiputera firms in penetrating the Chinese market, especially within the halal sector," Anwar stated.