Driving Asean connectivity


Easy access: Loke (third from right) together with China’s ambassador to Malaysia Ouyang Yujing (third from left), Matrade chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican (second from right), Matrade chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz (second from left), Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd executive chairman and Malaysia-China Summit 2024 organising chair Richard Teo (left) and Malaysia-China Summit 2024 commissioner general Datuk Dr Tan Yew Chong (right) during the official launch of the Malaysia-China Summit 2024 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR: Connectivity is “key” to boosting trade across Asean, says Anthony Loke Siew Fook, as Malaysia commits to improving rail, road, and maritime links.

Speaking to the media after launching the Malaysia-China Summit 2024, the Transport Minister noted that while 95% of trade goods are still transported via sea, rail connectivity remains underdeveloped and has the potential to complement maritime trade.

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