As South Africa prepares to host the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg this November, and Malaysia recently assumed BRICS Partner Country status, the two nations are deepening diplomatic and economic ties grounded in a shared commitment to multilateralism, inclusive development, and global justice. This is reported by the
Diplomatic Society.
The growing partnership was highlighted during celebrations of Malaysia’s 68th National Day and 62nd Malaysia Day at the High Commission of Malaysia in Pretoria. Malaysia’s Acting High Commissioner Yap Wei Sin noted that accession to BRICS as a partner country marks a milestone in its foreign policy.
“Malaysia expresses appreciation to South Africa for supporting our bid to join the BRICS family […]. Our intention to join is premised upon our commitment to strengthen multilateral cooperation, inclusive sustainable governance and equitable economic ties,” Malaysia’s Acting High Commissioner Yap Wei Sin said.
He also praised South Africa’s G20 leadership, noting that its chairship has “amplified the voice of the Global South, strengthened international cooperation, and contributed to the shared aspirations for a more equitable and resilient global economy.”
South African Deputy Minister Nonceba Mhlauli, representing the South African government, highlighted the two countries’ “long-standing friendship built on solidarity, mutual respect, and a vision for inclusive development.”
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to visit Malaysia in October to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit, while Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will visit South Africa in November for the G20 Leaders’ Summit.
Malaysia and South Africa enjoy strong trade relations, with bilateral trade reaching US$1.7 billion in 2024. Malaysia exports palm oil, petroleum products, and electronics, and continues to encourage investment in South Africa, particularly as a gateway to the African market through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the Southern African Customs Union (SACU).
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