New Malaysia-Bahrain deals expected to be formalised before May, says PM


Anwar speaking during a press conference to conclude his three-day visit to Bahrain. – Bernama

MANAMA (Bahrain): Several new co-operation agreements discussed during Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's inaugural official visit to Bahrain, including on financial technology (fintech), are expected to be formalised before May.

Anwar said that particular focus was given to Islamic fintech, which both parties agreed needs to be developed with several sophisticated instruments.

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