Pandas

The loan two pandas from China to Malaysia as part of the collaboration between the China Wildlife Conservation Association and the Malaysian government. In fact, I believe that this is a very good idea not only foster the bilateral relationship between two countries, however, it raises the public awareness on panda conversation in China.

The close relationship has enabled Malaysia to attract more foreign investments from China to boost the country's economy further.

The Government has recently recognized more than 800 higher learning institutions in China, further strengthen the bilateral relationship between two countries as well as bringing benefits to the Chinese in Malaysia. The Chinese in Malaysia will be able to exchange views and explore further the culture, tradition and customs of the Chinese origin.

China has become one of Malaysia's largest trading partners and I believe that by next year, the trade volume will be continuing to exceed USD$100 bil. With the investment from China, it is determined not only to boost the economy for both countries, however it create more jobs opportunities and technology development especially in telecommunications and palm oil sectors.

I am determined that Government will always maintain this warm tie with China since during the tenure of the late Prime Minister Tun Abdul Razak for mutual benefits in near future.