China, Malaysia's largest trading partner for the past 15 years, is vital in the development of the country's telecommunications and digital economy.
Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said Malaysia and China have complementary strengths in the telecommunications and digital economy, allowing both sides to collaborate and create new opportunities for businesses and consumers.
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Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said Malaysia and China have complementary strengths in the telecommunications and digital economy, allowing both sides to collaborate and create new opportunities for businesses and consumers.
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00:00 "Three, please put your hands up and press the button!"
00:06 In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations,
00:10 the 2024 China Smart Industry Trade and Culture Exhibition
00:15 will be held on May 21 and 22 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
00:21 The two-day exhibition has gathered nearly 100 companies from Malaysia, China and Singapore,
00:27 covering fields such as smart technology, industry, culture and education.
00:32 Seaside 2024 stands as a testament to the robust relations between Malaysia and China.
00:39 Our two countries share a long history of cooperation in technology
00:44 and this exhibition provides a valuable opportunity to further strengthen our side.
00:50 For the past 15 years, China has held the position of Malaysia's largest trading partner,
00:58 accounting for 17.1% of Malaysia's total trade.
01:03 According to data from Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation, MADRED,
01:09 the total trade between Malaysia and China grew by 3.3% year on year.
01:16 Recently, our Prime Minister, Datuk Sri Anwar Ibrahim, has urged all implementing agencies,
01:23 particularly ministries, to prioritise the training of young people on artificial intelligence
01:31 to ensure the country remains competitive in this field.
01:35 He emphasised the importance of enhancing technical and vocational education and training,
01:42 TVET, ensuring that the interested parties can benefit from programmes
01:48 offered by ministries and government agencies.
01:52 I believe that China is a vital partner in the development of Malaysia's telecommunications and digital economy.
02:00 According to Teo, China has accounted for 17.1% of Malaysia's total trade over the last 15 years,
02:08 making it the country's biggest trading partner.
02:11 She also hopes the exhibition will be a milestone event,
02:14 strengthening the friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
02:18 .