Anwar Ibrahim Affirms One China Policy Amid Taiwan Trade Ties

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim affirmed Malaysia's commitment to the One China Policy while maintaining strong economic ties with Taiwan during a session of the Dewan Rakyat on November 12. Addressing questions from Member of Parliament Mohd Suhaimi bin Abdullah, Anwar denied reports that Taiwan had suspended investment talks after he described Taiwan as part of China.

Anwar stated there are no signs of investor flight and highlighted significant Taiwanese investments in Malaysia, including a project in Kedah valued at nearly RM1 billion. He clarified that a postponed meeting involved the Economic Cooperation Committee rather than formal trade negotiations and requested that the meeting be resumed.

He emphasized that Malaysia's recognition of the government in Beijing has remained consistent since 1974. This diplomatic stance is the reason Malaysia maintains a trade office in Taiwan instead of an official embassy.