Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday for a state visit to Malaysia, the second leg of his maiden trip to Southeast Asia since he assumed presidency in March.
During his stay in the country, Xi is scheduled to meet Supreme Head of State Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah. He will also hold talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak and the two leaders will attend the China-Malaysia Economic Cooperation Summit.
Malaysia keen to enhance ties with China: PM
Malaysia is seeking to further enhance ties with China and tap new areas of cooperation, Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak said in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
In an interview with Xinhua ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Malaysia, Najib said Xi's visit signals China's desire to keep up warm ties with Malaysia, which he believes will advance on a strong footing under China's new leadership. >>> Read more
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