King Wants Malaysia-Brunei To Enhance Cooperation In Highly Potential Sectors

From MOHD RAZMAN ABDULLAH BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (Brunei), May 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's King Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (second from left) said Malaysia and Brunei can improve cooperation in highly potential sectors, including agriculture, information technology, Islamic banking and infrastructure. The King who is on a three-day visit to Brunei with the Queen Tuanku Hajah Haminah (second from right) said trade relationship between Malaysia and Brunei had seen a 13.7 percent growth last year, compared with the previous year. There is every prospect that the figure can increase further in the years to come through various initiatives undertaken by both countries continuously for the benefit of both countries, said Tuanku Abdul Halim at the Royal dinner hosted for the royal couple at Istana Darul Hana here Thursday. Also present were the Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah (left), Queen of Brunei Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha (right), members of the royal family and other dignitaries. Tuanku Abdul Halim said the improvement in Malaysia's economy had opened various investment opportunities that can enhance the value of the Economic Transformation Programme. "I sincerely welcome Brunei's desire to increase its investment in Malaysia," he said, urging Malaysian companies to work closely with their counterparts in Brunei to enhance the economy. Tuanku Abdul Halim was also happy with the role played by Malaysia and Brunei to resolve regional and international issues. He urged both countries to continue their efforts to uphold Islam and the unity of Muslim countries. (photoBERNAMA) MALAYSIA