Malaysia’s BRICS Partner Status Aims to Boost Economic Growth and Global Standing

Source: The Star | Original Published At: 2025-12-02 00:25:00 UTC

Key Points

• Malaysia became a BRICS Partner Country on January 1, 2025, supporting its economic growth and multilateral diplomacy
• 2024 trade with BRICS countries reached RM818 billion (35.2% of total trade), with key sectors including palm oil, electronics, tourism, and healthcare
• Partner status enhances Malaysia's global visibility while aligning with its New Industrial Masterplan 2030 and Energy Transition Roadmap
• Cooperation opportunities identified in energy, critical minerals, technology, and green growth sectors
• Malaysia seeks full BRICS membership while leveraging partner status to strengthen non-aligned foreign policy positioning