{
  "id": 14718433,
  "title": "Malaysia welcomes China's technology, knowledge transfer proposals, says Zahid",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/malaysia-welcomes-chinas-technology-knowledge-transfer-proposals-says",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T14:27:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1556437/malaysia-welcomes-chinas-technology-knowledge-transfer-proposals-says"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Malaysia has welcomed China's proposals to enhance technology and knowledge transfer, as part of efforts to strengthen strategic cooperation between the two nations. Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi conveyed this message during his meeting with Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang in Beijing. Chinese proposals, which include joint projects such as the East Coast Rail Link and the electric vehicle sector, were viewed positively by Malaysia, particularly the country's willingness to share expertise and technology. Ding also proposed several new initiatives, highlighting China's commitment to transferring not just technology, but also knowledge. Zahid, currently on a five-day working visit to China, held a 30-minute discussion with Ding at the Great Hall of the People.",
  "summary": "BEIJING: Malaysia welcomes China’s proposals to expand technology and knowledge transfer, as both countries seek to deepen strategic cooperation beyond conventional investment arrangements.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Antara News Indonesia",
        "title": "Indonesia welcomes China's proposal to set up joint rice research hub",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/indonesia-welcomes-chinas-proposal-to-set-up-joint-rice-research-hub",
        "published": "2026-10-15T15:32:19.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}