: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to the Qatari capital, commencing tomorrow, is expected to deepen bilateral relations between Malaysia and Qatar, as the two nations commemorate their 50th anniversary, while also exploring new investment opportunities.
Malaysian Ambassador to Qatar, Zamshari Shaharan, hailed the Prime Minister’s inaugural visit as a promising start, aimed at strengthening relations forged over five decades and fostering new cooperation for the next 50 years. Shaharan noted that Anwar’s presence at the economic forum carries significance, especially as Malaysia is featured in a 30-minute ‘In Conversation with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’ session, providing an opportunity for interaction with forum participants, including Qatari industry representatives and government delegations.
“Qatar is keen on attracting investments, including through joint ventures with Malaysian companies and establishing a presence in Qatar, aligning with the vision of the Qatari government,“ he said.Last year, bilateral trade between Malaysia and Qatar amounted to RM4.3 billion, a figure expected to rise further following this visit.