Insights丨Malaysia Dato’ Ong Chong Yi: ‘Decoupling’ from China is not an option for Malaysia

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday for a state visit to Malaysia. Dato' Ong Chong Yi, executive director of the BRICAP, told China News Network that the Malaysia-China relationship goes well beyond trade, covering infrastructure, high-tech education, automotive industry, and tourism.

Therefore, Dato’ Ong concluded that the strategic and long-term partnership enhances Malaysia’s economy, boosts innovation, and creates meaningful livelihoods.

“Decoupling from China is not, and has never been, an option.” (Chen Tianhao)