Malaysia’s decision to extend its friendship to China with the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1974 played a pivotal role in opening up economic, political and cultural ties between the two nations. As the world faces shifting geopolitical dynamics and growing competition among major powers, Asean needs a leader with strong leadership to guide the region in navigating these challenges and enhance ties with key global players, said Prof Zhai. On May 31, 1974, Malaysia’s second prime minister Tun Abdul Razak Hussein and the then premier of China, Zhou Enlai, signed the joint communique on the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries in Beijing.
Author: BEH YUEN HUI
Published at: 2025-04-14 23:00:00
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