Malaysia’s PM Urges Stronger China Ties Amid U.S. Tariff Threats and Rising U.S.-China Rivalry

PM Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpuron January 27, 2025. issued a call to action for ASEAN, urging the region to move beyond traditional trade and investment strategies, positioning China as a key partner in navigating these uncertainties.
PM Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpuron January 27, 2025. issued a call to action for ASEAN, urging the region to move beyond traditional trade and investment strategies, positioning China as a key partner in navigating these uncertainties.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday issued a call to action for ASEAN, urging the region to move beyond traditional trade and investment strategies and embrace a future defined by technological collaboration, economic resilience in ASEAN, and sustainable growth.

Speaking at the China Conference: Southeast Asia 2025, he highlighted the threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI), shifting global markets, and the resurgence of U.S. tariffs, positioning China as a key partner in navigating these uncertainties.

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