BANGKOK: Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad today urged the Malaysian business community in Thailand to consider investing back in Malaysia, to contribute to the country’s recovery and economic growth.
He also praised Malaysians staying in Thailand for remaining up to speed with present affairs in the country despite years of living abroad.
“While you are investing in Thailand, once in a while please remember that Malaysia also needs your investment. Being a successful businessman, you can contribute to the growth and recovery of Malaysia,” he said.
The prime minister said this in his opening remarks at a meeting with the Malaysia-Thailand Chamber of Commerce, led by its honorary chairman Yeap Swee Chuan. Also present were Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah and International Trade and Industry Minister Darell Leiking.
Today is the second day of Mahathir’s visit to Thailand.