00:00We, this country, are fortunate because the recognition is better than the past.
00:13West and East.
00:16Even though we are close to China,
00:21because of China's efforts and economic power,
00:25which is more fresh now,
00:28and last but not least with Russia,
00:31because of Russia's efforts in several fields of technology,
00:34aerospace, energy, nuclear, which is far more advanced,
00:42we remain with our traditional friends,
00:48including ASEAN, Europe, and the United States.
00:56And coincidentally, this morning, I received a letter from the U.S. Trade Agency,
01:03which expressed high appreciation to us
01:05because our cooperation allows them to invest through Boeing in Kedah.
01:11That is because they are confident in our efforts,
01:15even though sometimes there are those who are worried,
01:19because they see there is a slight deviation from the external base.
01:24Therefore, I emphasize that the external base of a free and independent country like Malaysia
01:31must be free.
01:33There is a saying, centrality.
01:36Centrality is the pillar of our external base.
01:40Taking a more pragmatic attitude.
01:44Our physical base must give priority, first,
01:49that this country must always be safe and secure.
01:52This country must be capable of performing its talents.
01:59And this beloved country of Malaysia must use all its strength
02:06to elevate our status.
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