Monday, February 17, 2025 – At the China Conference: Southeast Asia 2025, organized by the South China Morning Post in Kuala Lumpur.
Prime Minister YAB DS Anwar Ibrahim called for Asean’s relationship with China to evolve beyond traditional trade and investment.
He emphasized the need to prepare for future challenges, warning that artificial intelligence (AI) and new American tariffs could disrupt the global economy.
He also urged the region to focus on transitioning to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.

Meanwhile, Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry YM Tengku Zafrul Aziz declared 2025 as Asean’s year, pledging to make Asean centrality “not just an ideal.”
He highlighted Hong Kong’s role as a gateway to mainland China for Asean and positioned Malaysia as a bridge for Hong Kong to Asean and beyond.

Thank you for the prestigious invitation. It was truly an amazing opportunity to be included among impactful individuals and to participate in such a knowledgeable session. Looking forward to the next conference!

Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Mohamed Nazir Tun Dato’ Indera Haji Abdul Razak





