China aims to assist poor countries to reap future benefits, explains Ong


KUALA LUMPUR: Even though it is not a legally binding agreement, China’s Belt and Road initiative is expected to be followed by the signing of free trade agreements (FTA), says International Trade and Industry Minister II Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan.

He pointed out that many were questioning why China is attempting to forge ties with some 60 countries via the initiative, with the bulk of them being poor countries.

Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM5/month

Billed as RM5/month for the 1st 6 months then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Government , ong ka chuan , belt and road , china

   

Next In Nation

Former IGP Tun Hanif Omar passes away
MULTIMEDIA: FRIM: The Forest That Sprang From Nothing
INTERACTIVE: Get to know Malaysia’s Unesco treasures
‘Bookkeepers’ for syndicates busted in Cheras
Fun and durians bring Chinese tourists back
KL ranked 22nd for remote work
Addendum order issue under Pardons Board purview, says PM
RM1,000 tax relief for 103 types of sports
This man gets to keep a mistress
A wake-up call for banks

Others Also Read