Three-day event held to strengthen 50 Years of Bilateral Ties and Pave the Way for Shared Prosperity
Kuala Lumpur, 17 December 2024—The Malaysia-China Summit 2024 (MCS 2024), a platform for future-focused trade, investment and collaboration commemorating the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China bilateral relations, was officially launched today.
YB Anthony Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport Malaysia, officiated the opening ceremony held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
MCS 2024, which takes place from 17-19 December 2024, aims to position Malaysia as a strategic bridge for ASEAN-China collaboration, particularly in anticipation of its ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025. The summit also serves as a pivotal platform to create economic growth and collaborative opportunities between governments and businesses.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister highlighted the significance of Malaysia-China trade relations over the past five decades. He emphasised the summit’s broader vision to drive regional development, shared prosperity, and sustainable growth through innovation and cooperation.
“Over the decades, Malaysia’s partnership with China has been a vital part of our journey. Today, China is one of our largest trading partners and a key source of investment in critical sectors, from electronics to green technology. But this relationship is beyond commerce—it is about vision, trust, and shared progress.
“The theme of this summit, “Prosperity Beyond 50,” is a call to action—a challenge to imagine and realise a future defined by innovation, sustainability, and unity. It is an opportunity to lay the groundwork for the next 50 years of Malaysia-China relations, rooted in trust, respect, and shared vision,” he said.
MCS 2024 is organised by Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Qube) in association with the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) as the final economic pillar programme under MITI to commemorate the golden anniversary.
“MCS 2024 aims to bring nations and multi-sectoral businesses across industries together, providing opportunities for fruitful engagements, collaborations and investments. It will feature MATRADE’s signature International Sourcing Programme (INSP), facilitating pre-arranged business meetings between Malaysian companies and international buyers.
“We see strong interest from Chinese importers and buyers seeking to source from Malaysia, and through our five offices in China, we managed to facilitate successful engagements between Chinese buyers and Malaysian exporters. With 49 trade offices worldwide, MATRADE continues to open new opportunities for Malaysian exporters, said MATRADE Chairman YB Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican.
The five-decade long partnership has developed closeness between Malaysia and China that has withstood the test of time. This relationship has nurtured a resilient partnership rooted in cultural and economic collaboration
He shared that MCS 2024 is the grand finale of the Malaysia-China 50th-anniversary celebrations, and the summit brings together participants from Malaysia, China, and ASEAN, with potential trade and investment opportunities exceeding RM2 billion.
Meanwhile, Richard Teo, Executive Chairman of Qube Integrated and MCS 2024 Organising Chairman, highlighted that the summit will spotlight five thematic pillars – Future Knowledge & Experience, Future Opportunity, Future Tech, Future Growth, and Future Mobility & Connectivity.
“Our goal for MCS 2024 is to provide and foster a conducive environment beyond economic and business outcomes. We aspire to make this summit a meeting ground for an exchange of ideas, cultures and values that will inspire the next generation of business and thought leaders who will continue to shape ASEAN-China relations,” he said.
Achieving ‘Shared Prosperity’ through MCS2024
Over the next three days, MCS 2024 will feature a vibrant array of programmes designed to inspire, engage, and propel a shared vision for collaboration and growth. The International Trade and Investment Expo will feature multi-sectoral exhibitors and trade delegates from Malaysia, China and ASEAN countries.
This dynamic marketplace will be an opportunity to forge partnerships and explore investment prospects in areas like digital technology, renewable energy, sustainable manufacturing, and many more.
The expo will also feature strong representation from China industries, including popular products like hardware, home furnishing, interior fixtures, building materials, electronics, lifestyle & fashion, and arts & crafts.
There will also be several side events, industry forums, pocket talks, MoU exchanges and product launches. Key events include the Malaysia-China EV Forum, co-organised with China EV100 and MAYCHAM China with supporting partners MARii and MyZEVA, which will provide insights on EV transformation and industry trends.
Additionally, the China-Malaysia Business Forum will be held in collaboration with the China Chamber of International Commerce, while other events are hosted by the Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies, the ASIA CEO Community and Yingke Consulting Sdn Bhd.
Meanwhile, the opening day also saw the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI), together with Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle)— Malaysia’s leading agency for the startup ecosystem— soft launching Startup ASEAN, a transformative platform that aspires to establish the ASEAN region as a thriving hub for startups and innovation.
MCS 2024 is strongly supported by the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), an agency under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, together with Gold Sponsor Huawei Technologies Malaysia; Silver Sponsors Kuok Brothers Sdn Bhd and PETRONAS; Corporate Sponsors DSR Taiko Berhad and Berjaya Food Berhad; Official Airline Partner AirAsia; Official Media Partners Bernama, Star Media Group and Sin Chew Daily; and Official Venue Partner MITEC, along with several other strategic partners.
The public are encouraged to visit the expo by registering at: https://reg.malaysia-chinasummit.com.my/profile/visitor-register/.
