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.
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