RCEP to pave the way for economic recovery

From left: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein and Azmin observing the closing ceremony of the 37th Asean Summit on Nov 15 hosted virtually by Vietnam. – fotoBERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is now officially part of the historic Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) along with 14 other RCEP participating countries.

Senior Minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali, who signed the RCEP agreement last Sunday on behalf of Malaysia as International Trade and Industry Minister, said the pact was the highest point at the 37th Asean Summit hosted virtually by Vietnam.