Johari among those feted by President Xi


Memorable moment: Johari and his wife Noraini with Xi and his wife Peng Liyuan at the dinner hosted by the Chinese president in conjunction with the launching of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul was among the dignitaries who attended a feast hosted by China President Xi Jinping in conjunction with the launching of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

At the event where Johari was accompanied by wife Puan Sri Noraini Mohd, other leaders present were Syria President Bashar al-Assad, King of Cambodia King Norodom Sihamoni, Kuwait Crown Prince Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, South Korea Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão.

In an Instagram post, Johari expressed appreciation towards the organiser’s meticulous preparation in holding the event and said his attendance signified the honour conferred to the Malaysian Parliament.

“As the sole legislative representative (from Malaysia) to the feast, I feel honoured to have met President Xi and leaders from other countries in talks to forge a tighter regional cooperation.

“This is the best opportunity to develop the Asian Century that is socially inclusive and sustainable.

“Malaysia and China will remain committed towards opening opportunities for multilateral cooperation.”

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Nation

MPV in crash where eight died was being pursued by cops
Melaka carrying out measures to protect residents from crocodile threat
Malaysia re-elected to Uncitral for 2025-2031 term
Malaysia, Vietnam elevate bilateral relations to comprehensive strategic partnership
Vehicles in viral video given summonses for parking too close to bus stop, Ipoh cops say
Eight people in MPV die in collision with 4WD in Sibu
Company director loses RM34,000 in scam to supply non-existent Agriculture Department order
Girl among three killed, baby hurt after family of four on motorcycle crash into lorry
Water levels at three major Kelantan rivers surpass alert levels
Scheduled water cuts to seven Penang Island areas Nov 28-29

Others Also Read