From rubber exports to AI collaborations, China-Malaysia trade has leveled up like a video game boss over 50 years! 🎮✨ Bilateral trade hit $190 billion in 2023, with China keeping its #1 trading partner title for Malaysia since 2008—longer than most TikTok trends have existed.
From Plantations to Tech Innovations
Malaysian Chamber of Commerce leader Loh Wee Keng told CGTN the partnership evolved from early rubber and palm oil deals to cutting-edge tech and green energy projects. It’s like switching from flip phones to foldables—both sides keep unlocking new achievements! 🚀
Youth Power & Future Goals
With over 50,000 Malaysian students in China and rising cultural exchanges (hello, durian diplomacy! 🍈), the next-gen is set to drive innovation. Loh highlights digital economy and renewable energy as key frontiers—think solar farms meets e-commerce hustle.
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Reflecting on China-Malaysia's 50 years: Trade & business evolution
cgtn.com