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Malaysia and Laos have marked 60 years of diplomatic relations with a commitment to expanding trade, investment and connectivity. Malaysian investment in Laos has grown significantly, positioning the country as the fourth-largest foreign investor.
Selangor's Menteri Besar envisions a new economic corridor spanning Selangor and Negeri Sembilan, leveraging geographic proximity and aligned governance to attract investment and create jobs across the central region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Thailand's PM Anutin Charnvirakul jointly launched a new road alignment connecting Malaysia's Bukit Kayu Hitam and Thailand's Sadao border complexes, positioning it as a catalyst for regional economic growth and strengthened bilateral trade.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has expressed optimism about reaching a US$30 billion bilateral trade target with Malaysia by 2027, with current trade standing at approximately US$28 billion.
Malaysia's outgoing High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Dr Azfar Mohamad Mustafar has highlighted the deepening relationship between both nations, built through navigating the pandemic and global uncertainties during his five-year tenure.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta has concluded a five-day visit to Malaysia aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and exploring economic cooperation opportunities in infrastructure development.