China remains Asean’s top trading partner, says Brunei Sultan during CAEXPO speech


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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Sept 11 (Borneo Bulletin/ANN): The total merchandise trade between Asean and China grew in 2020, maintaining China’s position as Asean's top trading partner, Brunei King Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has announced.

The Brunei King' s announcement was delivered via video recording aired during the opening ceremony of the 18th China-Asean Expo (CAEXPO) in Nanning, China, where the Brunei ruler was invited to deliver a speech as Asean Chair 2021.

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