Ahmad Zahid Highlights Three Priority Areas To Enhance Malaysia-NZ Cooperation
AUCKLAND, July 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has identified three priority areas for enhanced cooperation with New Zealand, namely sustainability, digital transformation and food security.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said New Zealand, with 87 per cent of its electricity generated from renewable sources, is a leader in the green transition.
'This aligns closely with Malaysia's commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050,' he said at the ASEAN-New Zealand Business Council (ANZBC) Engagement here this evening.
On digital transformation, Ahmad Zahid said the potential for synergy between Malaysia's MyDIGITAL agenda and New Zealand's strengths in information and communications technology (ICT), particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), smart cities, cybersecurity and digital trade governance.
In the agri-food sector, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Halal Industry Development Council chairman said New Zealand's global reputation for quality and innovation aligns well with Malaysia's capabilities in halal certification and logistics, presenting enormous potential for both economies as ASEAN's middle class expands.
However, Ahmad Zahid stressed that economic growth must be inclusive by ensuring that micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across ASEAN, including in Malaysia, are not left behind.
'That means improving access to trade finance, digital tools and capacity building,' he said.
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