2025 marks a key milestone in Asean-China relations with the planned signing of the Asean-China Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade Protocol, reflecting a strong commitment to boosting trade, investment, and regional economic integration, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
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00:00Ladies and gentlemen, this year marks a pivotal milestone in ASEAN-China relations as we prepare for the signing of the version 3.0 China-ASEAN Free Trade Area Upgrade Protocol.
00:22This milestone is not merely symbolic, it is a strategic step towards greater trade, investment and economic integration between our regions.
00:34It also reinforces a collaboration with the Belt and Rock initiative, ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth for our peoples.
00:44Nevertheless, we must navigate challenges with wisdom. Recent global trade measures, including new tariffs, underscore the need for resilient economic partnerships.
00:58As ASEAN-China for 2025, Malaysia is committed to advancing a cooperative approach, one that promotes stability, fair and open markets and shared values.
01:12Ladies and gentlemen, in the complex era, media and think tanks play a pivotal role in bridging perspectives, informing policy and promoting regional harmony.
01:28This forum, therefore, serves as an essential platform to define ASEAN voice on the global stage, advocate for regional stability and expand maritime cooperation under the 21st century,
01:43maritime silk road and key part of the Belt and Rock initiative.
01:48Furthermore, it provides a timely opportunity to strengthen people-to-people ties, ensuring that our cooperation is not merely transactional but built upon a foundation of mutual trust, cultural affinity and shared aspirations.
02:07So, ladies and gentlemen, today's discussions under the theme Strengthening China-ASEAN cooperation will focus on three key areas.
02:19Namely, number one, promoting civilizational exchange, setting an example for Global South.
02:28This session will highlight how ASEAN and China can lead global efforts in fostering cultural and intellectual dialogue,
02:40demonstrating that diversity is a strength in building a more inclusive and harmonious world.
02:48Secondly, boosting American Silk Road Corporation, charting a new course for peaceful development.
02:57This session will explore strategies to enhance maritime trade, infrastructure connectivity and security cooperation, ensuring the maritime silk road remains a pillar of stability and progress in our region.
03:15Thirdly, harnessing the AI revolution, seizing unprecedented opportunities.
03:22Meanwhile, this discussion will examine how ASEAN and China can leverage artificial intelligence to drive economic transformation, digital innovation and sustainable development, ensuring AI benefit all sectors of society.
03:46Thank you for listening.
03:51Thank you so much.