UK’s decision to join trans-pacific partnership set to boost trade ties with Malaysia, says Fadillah


KUCHING: United Kingdom’s decision to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is anticipated to boost trade ties with Malaysia.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (pic), who is also Plantation and Commodities Minister, said the ministry welcomed the UK’s initiative and is looking forward to working closely with its new UK partners in the CPTPP.

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