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Joining BRICS will boost Malaysia’s global influence, says Tok Mat | Scoop
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has said the government is currently studying Malaysia’s readiness to join the BRICS group. – Scoop file pic, June 18, 2024
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Joining BRICS will boost Malaysia’s global influence, says Tok Mat

Any participation in bloc must be in the national interest, not merely for pride, he says

Bernama
Updated
4:35 PM MYT

 

SEREMBAN – Malaysia’s intention to join the intergovernmental economic grouping BRICS will enable the country to address various issues on the international stage more effectively.

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Malaysia’s influence would be significantly enhanced as part of this economic bloc compared to operating independently.

“We are currently analysing, monitoring and assessing our readiness to become a member of BRICS. Our participation in this bloc must benefit the country and not merely serve as a point of pride. Therefore, we are examining and analysing its significance.

“We undertake any initiative only if it serves the national interest. By becoming a member of BRICS, we can ensure that Malaysia’s intentions are voiced (on various issues). This is our strategy for making our voice heard on the global stage,” he told reporters.

Mohamad, who is also Rembau MP, was speaking to the media at an event organised by his ministry at the Kg Kanchong community hall in Rantau today.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today confirmed that he had expressed Malaysia’s wish to join BRICS to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, adding that Malaysia would go through the process to enable the country to join the group.

BRICS was established in 2009 as a cooperation platform for emerging economies comprising Brazil, Russia, India and China, with South Africa joining in 2010.

In January this year, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates joined the organisation as new members.

Meanwhile, Mohamad said the official visit of Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Malaysia aimed to strengthen and enhance bilateral relations, particularly in trade.

“China is the second-largest economy in the world and is close to our region. It is also our largest trading partner, so there are many issues we can negotiate and further enhance for the benefit of both countries.

“Malaysia and China’s close relationship needs to be strengthened. At the same time, there are issues that need to be resolved and negotiated together, such as the South China Sea dispute. This good relationship allows us to manage any problems effectively,” he said.

Wisma Putra announced today that Li would undertake a three-day visit to Malaysia starting today to strengthen bilateral relations and commemorate the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations. – June 18, 2024

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