Delay in ratifying Pacific trade pact resulted in ‘lost opportunities’ for Malaysia, says Azmin

KUALA LUMPUR: The delay in ratifying the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) resulted in “lost opportunities” for the nation, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali.

"Almost five years have passed since the implementation of the CPTPP, where Malaysia lost the opportunity to benefit from the agreement owing to the ratification which has yet to be completed," the International Trade and Industry Minister said when wrapping up his ministerial replies on Budget 2022 in Dewan Rakyat on Monday (Nov 15).