Amir's participation in ASEAN-GCC-China Summit to enhance stability in region, says envoy

Qatar Tribune

6 days ago

QNA
Doha
Ambassador of Malaysia to Qatar HE Mohammad Faizal Razali has said that the participation of the Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in the 1st ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday (today), will reveal new horizons for solid cooperation that will benefit both countries and enhance stability in the region and beyond.
The ambassador said that HH the Amir's visit to Malaysia, coinciding with the Summit, will further strengthen the enduring ties between the two regions and foster deeper cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The Summit, he noted, would strengthen the bilateral partnership and establish a model for multilateral cooperation between ASEAN), the GCC countries, and China, through ongoing dialogue and joint efforts. This would enable full realisation of available potential and demonstrate a constructive commitment to the international community.
He noted that Malaysia-Qatar relations are in a phase of strategic collaboration, with a strong focus on economic diplomacy. 'Both countries have common priorities in areas such trade and investments, high-technology, energy, sustainability and sports. Malaysia's robust manufacturing and service sectors complement Qatar's ambitious development plans, especially in line with Qatar's National Vision 2030,' he said.
He noted that there is a growing emphasis on people-to-people ties, with a particular focus on education, tourism, and cultural exchanges, adding that Malaysia offers high-quality educational opportunities, as the number of Qatari students choosing Malaysia as a destination for higher education is increasing.
He emphasised the two countries' commitment to deepening collaboration in areas of mutual concern, such as security, regional stability, and humanitarian efforts particularly the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, noting that the two countries have witnessed intensified high-level visits and discussions.
He said that Qatar and Malaysia share a vision for a future of peace, prosperity, and deep interconnectedness, reiterating that the two countries' partnership is built on mutual trust, shared principles, and a firm commitment to multilateralism.
The envoy explained that the two countries are fully prepared to drive regional growth and foster innovation, with bilateral trade increasing by nearly 49 percent in 2024, and cooperation growing across multiple sectors.