Malaysia says China is ready to provide technical and technological assistance in rare earths processing, though cooperation must involve state-linked firms, as Putrajaya seeks to boost its role in the global minerals market.
00:00In other news, Malaysia says China is prepared to provide technical support in rare earths processing but requests cooperation only with state-linked firms.
00:10Cabinet Minister Dato' Sri Jorya Blugani, currently serving as Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister,
00:17says Chinese President Xi Jinping conveys Beijing's readiness to support Malaysia's rare earth ambitions during his April visit.
00:24In a written parliamentary reply, Johari clarified that discussions remain at an early stage and no agreement has been reached.
00:34He stressed that China's support is crucial, given its global leadership, particularly in the separation of rare earth elements.
00:43Johari added that cooperation would strengthen Malaysia's position as the only country hosting both Chinese and non-Chinese processing technology.
00:51He cited the rare earths processing plant in Pahang, operated by Australian miner Linus, as an example of non-Chinese involvement.
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