KUALA LUMPUR: Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday reiterated China's steadfast regard for Malaysia as a close neighbour and vital partner, emphasising its commitment to deepening cooperation and advancing mutual development.
"Standing at a new historical starting point, China-Malaysia friendship is like this continuous railway track, spanning mountains and seas, with a promising future. Li said this at the groundbreaking ceremony of the East Coast Rail Link Gombak Integrated Terminal station here on Wednesday , also attended by Anwar.
Highlighting that transportation is the lifeline of the economy, Li said that the ECRL project serves not only as a transportation artery but also plays a pivotal role in driving development, creating jobs and improving livelihoods.