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Malaysia-China economic ties have continued to strengthen, with bilateral trade reaching nearly 98 billion USD between January and November, matching the 2023 total trade volume.

Malaysia launched on December 12 a national artificial intelligence (AI) office aimed at shaping policies and addressing regulatory issues, as it looks to establish itself as a regional hub for AI development. ​

Malaysia is on track to become a global medical technology (medtech) hub with its strong policies in attracting and executing the right investments, including the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia's digital economy is poised to reach 31 billion USD in gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2024, up 16% compared to last year, according to the latest e-Conomy Southeast Asia (SEA) 2024 report by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company.

Le Hoai Trung, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of its Commission for External Relations, has talked to the press regarding the outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam’s three-day official visit to Malaysia, which concluded on November 23.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on November 23 afternoon, successfully concluding their three-day official visit to Malaysia at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his spouse.

Malaysia on November 7 launched a new investment portal, "InvestMalaysia," designed to serve as a one-stop gateway for investors seeking information about Malaysia, attract global investors, and strengthen the country's position as an investment destination.

As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, it should focus on implementing more people-centric measures and enhancing intra-ASEAN trade, said experts.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man held talks with visiting Speaker of the House of Representatives of Malaysia Tan Sri Dato' Johari Bin Abdul in Hanoi on October 23, following a welcome ceremony for the latter.

Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand have agreed to share aviation data and information, including reports on severe turbulence, to promptly notify each other and prevent potential incidents, ensuring safer air travel for passengers.

Malaysia on September 20 launched its National Guidelines on Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics (AIGE) to establish a robust framework for users, policymakers, and AI technology providers to ensure adherence to the highest ethical standards.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia enjoys better international recognition now due to strategic cooperation with major powers such as China and Russia.