How is Malaysia connected to China

1. Malaysia mainly trades with China the following:

• Electronic equipment
• Petroleum and liquefied gas
• Wood and wood products
• Palm oil
• Rubber
• Textiles
• Chemicals

2. China mainly trades with Malaysia the following:

• Electronics
• Machinery
• Petroleum
• Plastics
• Vehicles
• Iron and steel products
• Chemicals

3. About 30% of Malaysia's total population are Chinese.

4. Many Chinese students are coming to Malaysia to continue their studies especially English.

5. In the tourism industry, Malaysia heavily depends on China while China also depends on us.

6. Another reason why more Chinese are coming to  Malaysia is because we have more job options.

7. To show the status of our relationship, China has just recently offered Malaysia a special loan to build to second Penang Bridge.

By: Khoo Lian Keat, 7 Kappa 27/6/13