Mexico sees Sarawak as emerging economic star; eyes stronger ties in tech, green energy

Campuzano Pina meeting the press after paying courtesy call on Abang Johari at Wisma Bapa Malaysia on Nov 29, 2024. Photo credit: TVS/Jazni Hanif
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By DayakDaily Team

KUCHING, Nov 29: Mexican Ambassador to Malaysia, Luis Javier Campuzano Pina, has hailed Sarawak as one of Malaysia’s emerging economic powerhouses.

In a news report by TVS, he expressed Mexico’s intention to strengthen trade ties and foster collaboration in key sectors such as technology, green energy, digital transformation, and e-commerce.

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“Meetings with the Premier of Sarawak and other authorities have provided valuable opportunities to focus on several strategic areas,” he told reporters after a courtesy call on Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at Wisma Bapa Malaysia today.

He highlighted Sarawak’s vast potential, offering promising prospects for Mexico in the future.

“In technology, we are also committed to capacity building and connecting small and medium-sized enterprises to enhance communication and strengthen value chains across various industries,” he noted.

Campuzano Pina revealed that Malaysia ranks among Mexico’s top ten trading partners, with bilateral trade exceeding USD15 billion in 2022.

“This is a significant trade relationship, and we are Malaysia’s primary trading partner in Latin America, with ample room to further expand our collaboration,” he explained.

He expressed confidence that this partnership would deepen ties between Sarawak and Mexico, unlocking greater opportunities for both nations in the years ahead. — DayakDaily

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