Anwar and Carney explore closer trade and investment cooperation
Energy, the digital economy and technology were among the areas discussed during their meeting in Manila.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he discussed widening trade and investment cooperation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Manila, with talks covering energy, the digital economy and technology.
In a post on X, Anwar said their discussions took place alongside the 49th Asean Summit. Bilateral ties and developments at the regional and international levels were also on the agenda.
He said he briefed Carney on Malaysia’s economic progress and considered possible new fields for collaboration as the two countries approach the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
Anwar is heading Malaysia’s delegation in Manila for the 49th Asean Summit and Related Summits, scheduled for Nov 15 to 17.
Separately, Anwar said on Facebook that he met Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Prince ‘Abdul Mateen during the summit. He described the encounter as reflecting the friendship and brotherhood linking Malaysia and Brunei.
