Democratic Action Party Secretary-General Anthony Loke warmly welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping's 3-day state visit to our country, describing the visit as a way to enhance strategic mutual trust between Malaysia and China and jointly safeguard a free and open international trade system.
Anthony Loke pointed out that, amid the current complex international relations and swirling geopolitical landscape, as a country traditionally friendly with China, the Democratic Action Party firmly supports the 'One China' principle and actively participates in the 'Belt and Road' initiative and practice, ensuring the fruits of sustainable peace, social progress, and economic prosperity can be shared by all.
"I am honored to have received the trust of Prime Minister (Datuk Seri) Anwar, appointing me as the minister-in-attendance during President Xi Jinping's visit to Malaysia. I promise to play a positive role in promoting trust and exchanges between Malaysia and China."
"The Democratic Action Party has maintained a consistent approach towards relations with China from its days in the opposition to the current ruling government. We have never swayed with any anti-China trends. We believe that 'friendly diplomacy' with China, active communication and engagement, and joint participation in open economic and trade relations enhance educational and cultural exchanges between the two countries, aligning with Malaysia's national development strategy and garnering widespread support from all communities in Malaysia."
"Particularly under the irrational manipulation of 'tariff politics,' we are concerned not only about the regression of the global free trade order but also about the potential trigger of a 'clash of civilizations' that could bring destructive consequences to the world. Therefore, Prime Minister Anwar's advocacy for an 'Asian Renaissance' and President Xi Jinping's efforts in building a 'Community of Shared Future for Mankind' are manifestations of Asian wisdom, capable of countering the brutality of jungle law."
Anthony Loke emphasized that, as a party practicing social democracy, the Democratic Action Party firmly believes in core values such as peace, diversity, equality, and mutual assistance, which are beneficial for maintaining and strengthening harmony among peoples, nations, and civilizations.
"We eagerly anticipate President Xi Jinping's visit to foster broader and deeper mutual learning and exchanges with Malaysia across various fields. From civilizational values, governance experiences, major powers and neighboring relations, to complementarities in the supply chains and industrial chains of both countries, I believe our goals of achieving mutual benefit and win-win outcomes can be accomplished."