ASEAN-GCC-China Summit a new era for regional economic ties - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim happily shakes hands with his DPM Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, as Chinese Premier Li Qiang looks on during the Gala Dinner held in conjuction with 46th Asean Summit, 2nd ASEAN-GCC Summit at KLCC last night. - BERNAMA
KUALA LUMPUR: The inaugural trilateral summit between Asean, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China marks a new chapter of strategic cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
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- ASEAN values China as a trusted partner despite geopolitical challenges.
- ASEAN leaders stress independence, democracy, trade, and investment growth.
- High-level participation from GCC and China highlights strong, lasting regional ties.
He also stressed that Asean regards China as a valued friend, adding that despite complex geopolitical realities, the region remains committed to constructive engagement.
“This is a meeting of minds, people who want to develop their countries, who believe in independence, in rights, in democracy and who want to enhance trade, increase investments,” he said.
Anwar also expressed deep appreciation for the presence of the Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the Asean-GCC-China Summit, underscoring the significance of their participation as reflective of enduring friendship and trust among partners.
“This is not just a meeting of countries, but the support, the affection, the trust of Asean leaders are unrivalled and unique.
“To Premier Li Qiang, please be assured (that) Asean is here as a friend of China’s, and this partnership must continue to be built on mutual trust,” he said.
The Crown Prince of Kuwait is leading his country’s delegation to the 2nd ASEAN-GCC Summit and the Asean-GCC-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur tomorrow.
The Crown Prince is representing the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, at these high-level meetings which coincide with the ongoing 46th Asean Summit hosted by Malaysia.
This year marks Malaysia’s fifth term as Asean Chair, having previously held the chairmanship in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015.
-- BERNAMA
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