UK Joining CPTPP Could See Trade With Malaysia Grow Beyond RM14 Billion
UK Joining CPTPP Could See Trade With Malaysia Grow Beyond RM14 Billion
Tengku Zafrul also highlighted the strategic importance of Malaysia as a hub for investment, underpinned by clear government policies and robust infrastructure. "Malaysia's unique location and strong business policies make it an attractive destination for British investors looking to establish a presence in Asia," he noted.
Malaysia and the UK are set to enhance their trade and investment relations following the UK's imminent accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The milestone was celebrated today at a ceremony marking the UK's official countdown to joining the agreement, with the UK expected to become a full member on Dec 15, 2024.
馬來西亞和英國計劃加強它們的貿易和投資關係，緊隨英國即將加入全面和進步跨太平洋夥伴關係協定（CPTPP）的步伐。這一里程碑今天在一場儀式上被慶祝，標誌着英國正式倒計時加入該協定，預計英國將於2024年12月15日成爲正式成員。
During his opening remarks, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz expressed confidence that the CPTPP would create new opportunities for both countries, particularly in exports and investment. "Our bilateral trade reached RM14 billion (US$3 billion) in the first ten months of 2024, and with the UK's accession to the CPTPP, we expect this figure to grow," said Tengku Zafrul.
在他的開場致辭中，投資、貿易和行業大臣丹姑達祖·達圖克賽裏·烏塔馬紮富爾·丹姑阿都阿茲表達了對CPTPP能夠爲兩國創造新機遇的信心，特別是在出口和投資方面。「我們雙邊貿易在2024年前十個月達到了140億令吉（約30億美元），而隨着英國加入CPTPP，我們預計這一數字將會增長，」丹姑扎富爾表示。
The UK's membership will provide a platform for greater exports of Malaysian goods such as sustainable palm oil, aerospace parts, and renewable energy, while British exports like machinery, pharmaceuticals, and high-tech goods will benefit from better access to the Southeast Asian market. Malaysian companies will also gain access to the 16 FTAs that Malaysia has ratified, including the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
英國的成員身份將爲大馬商品（如可持續棕櫚油、航空航天零部件和可再生能源）提供更大的出口平台，而英國的出口商品（如機械、製藥和高科技產品）將受益於更好地進入東南亞市場。馬來西亞企業還將獲得對已批准的16項自由貿易協定（包括區域全面經濟夥伴關係協定RCEP）的准入。
Tengku Zafrul also highlighted the strategic importance of Malaysia as a hub for investment, underpinned by clear government policies and robust infrastructure. "Malaysia's unique location and strong business policies make it an attractive destination for British investors looking to establish a presence in Asia," he noted.
丹姑扎富爾還強調了馬來西亞作爲一個投資樞紐的戰略重要性，得益於明確的政府政策和健全的基礎設施。「馬來西亞獨特的地理位置和強有力的商業政策使其成爲英國投資者在亞洲設立業務的吸引目的地，」他指出。
Further strengthening bilateral ties, the Malaysia-UK Joint Committee on Bilateral Trade and Investment Cooperation (JETCO) will be elevated to a Ministerial-level forum, paving the way for more strategic collaboration.
爲進一步加強雙邊關係，馬來西亞-英國雙邊貿易和投資合作聯委會（JETCO）將被提升至部長級論壇，爲更多戰略合作鋪平道路。
Looking ahead, Malaysia's role as ASEAN Chair in 2025 was also underscored by Tengku Zafrul, who expressed commitment to fostering ASEAN-UK economic cooperation. "Through the CPTPP, we can work together to build a brighter, more interconnected future for both Malaysia and the UK," he concluded.
展望未來，丹姑扎富爾還強調了馬來西亞將於2025年擔任東盟主席的重要性，並表達了加強東盟-英國經濟合作的承諾。「通過CPTPP，我們可以共同努力，爲馬來西亞和英國構建一個更美好、更互聯互通的未來，」他總結道。
The event also featured a panel session discussing the opportunities presented by the CPTPP for businesses in both nations.
該活動還設有一個小組討論環節，討論CPTPP爲兩國企業帶來的機遇。
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