Building Closer Ties with Malaysia
Consul General of Malaysia Muzambli Markam, together with Trade Commissioner Yazrin Syakhairi Mahlan, visited the Chamber on 8 November where they were welcomed by Asia & Africa Committee Chairman Jonathan Lamport, and Vice Chairmen Edmond Yue and Dewan Saiful Alam.
Markam said Malaysian companies were interested in the Greater Bay Area, which offered a plethora of opportunities for foreign investment. Hong Kong played a pivotal role in leading foreign businesses into the Mainland market. With geopolitical tensions on the rise, making connections was essential. He also stressed that Malaysia was a strong advocate for Hong Kong’s bid to join the RCEP.
Looking at investment into the country, Markam said the Malacca port was an important part of the BRI thanks to Malaysia’s close historical ties with China and its strategic location on the map. Malaysia’s rapid developments in ICT, digital economy, industry 4.0, medical tourism and financial services should not be overlooked, he added.
Lamport pointed out that Malaysia was home to a vibrant scene of innovation and technology start-ups, and with the Hong Kong Government banking on the I&T sector to lead the economy, there were many opportunities for companies in both regions to form joint ventures and create exciting new projects.
2022/11/08