US trade deal won’t curb cooperation with China, says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said Beijing had been assured that Malaysia’s trade deal with the US would not restrict its collaboration with China.
Speaking to reporters after launching Perodua’s first electric vehicle at Menara Miti here, Anwar confirmed that China had sought clarification on the pact and that Malaysia had provided it.
“They wanted some clarification. We have given. I don’t think we should exaggerate. China remains a very important trading partner,” he said.
“In fact, in my bilateral meeting with premier Li Qiang, I also explained to him… (there is) nothing in the agreement to bar us from continuing our collaboration with China.”
He did not specify which bilateral meeting he was referring to, or disclose the specific concerns raised by…
