China expresses its deep concern over the trade agreement between Malaysia and the United States
On Thursday, China expressed its deep concern about parts of the reciprocal trade agreement between Malaysia and the United States.
A spokesman for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said – in a statement reported by the Chinese News Agency (Xinhua) – that while China welcomes Malaysia’s endeavor to resolve differences with other countries through trade agreements, any trade agreement should not hinder global trade development or regional cooperation, and should not harm interests.
The spokesman’s statements came following bilateral communication on relevant matters between officials from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce and others from the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, in Beijing on November 25.
The spokesman stated that China urged Malaysia to take into account its long-term interests and handle the matter properly.
The spokesman stated that China urged Malaysia to take into account its long-term interests and handle the matter properly. In response, Malaysia provided detailed clarifications on China’s concerns. It also indicated that it values its long-term partnership with China, and expressed its willingness to further deepen bilateral economic and trade cooperation.
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