Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim pledged to supercharge cooperation in tech, green energy, and trade during high-stakes talks at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. 🌐✨
Highlighting their 'win-win partnership,' Li called for deeper alignment in development strategies, stressing: 'Mutual respect and innovation are key to unlocking Asia’s future.' The leaders greenlit plans to speed up mega-projects like the East Coast Rail Link and explore AI, digital economy, and smart manufacturing collaborations. 🚄💻
- 🤝 New youth exchange programs and easier visa rules
- 📈 Malaysia backs China’s CPTPP trade pact bid
- 🌟 2024 ASEAN leadership role for Malaysia to boost regional ties
Anwar doubled down on Malaysia’s BRI partnership with China, while Li promised support for Kuala Lumpur’s 2024 ASEAN chair agenda – from economic integration to peace-building. 🌏🔗
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Premier Li: China, Malaysia should explore emerging fields cooperation
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