M'sia has better int'l recognition due to relations with China, Russia - PM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia enjoys better international recognition now due to strategic cooperation with major powers such as China and Russia.

Anwar, who is also the finance minister, said the cooperation does not affect existing relations with the country’s traditional trading partners, including Asean, Europe and the United States (US).

“Even though we are approaching China because of its capabilities and economic strength, and updating relations with Russia...