2nd ASEAN-GCC summit opens in Malaysia

Malaysian premier, in opening remarks, says presence of all leader expresses 'strong signal' of their shared 'resolve to strengthen ASEAN-GCC cooperation' in opening remarks

By Saadet Gokce

ISTANBUL (AA) - The 2nd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit began on Tuesday in Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysian Premier Anwar Ibrahim, in his opening remarks, "expressed appreciation for the presence of all leaders, a strong signal of their shared resolve to strengthen ASEAN-GCC cooperation and to explore broader, forward-looking partnerships for the benefit of their peoples," according to a Facebook post.

He said last year, the GCC ranked as ASEAN’s seventh largest trading partner, with total trade amounting to $130.7 billion.

“Investment flows are rising, underscoring growing confidence in the long-term potential of our partnership,” the premier said.

The ASEAN-GCC Framework of Cooperation 2024–2028 was adopted during the inaugural summit in Riyadh in 2023.

Malaysia is currently the ASEAN chair.

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