Forging ties through shared history


MELAKA: Melaka, which has a long connection with China following Admiral Cheng Ho’s visits in the 15th century, wants to leverage on the historic ties in building stronger bridges with the Middle Kingdom.

Datuk Lim Ban Hong (pic), who is the special adviser on investment and China Affairs to the Melaka Chief Minister, said the state would focus on three sectors in view of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Malaysia and China on May 31.“Tourism, investments and education will be the three areas that the state hopes to strengthen with China,” he said in an interview.

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