Malaysia reaffirms One China policy, rejects Taiwan independence

Anwar and Li agree to use bilateral dialogue in South China Sea disputes

Chinese Premier Li Qiang, center left, and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim make their way to a business luncheon in Kuala Lumpur on June 20. (Photo by Malaysian prime minister's office)

NORMAN GOH and HAKIMIE AMRIE, Nikkei staff writers

June 20, 2024 20:41 JST

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia has reiterated its support for China's sovereignty over Taiwan, rejecting calls for the independence of the island, according to a joint statement issued on Thursday by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

The statement followed Wednesday's bilateral meeting between the two leaders. Li visited Malaysia from Tuesday to Thursday as part of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations.