
KUALA LUMPUR: The 16th Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) Summit will prioritise economic transformation by enhancing cross-border connectivity, tourism, the halal industry, and agro-based sectors.
In his opening remarks, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the summit also aims to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the subregion.
"We are focusing on climate change, which has affected lives and livelihoods across the subregion, as well as infrastructure, with US$39 billion worth of physical connectivity projects planned across our three countries," he added.
Anwar also praised Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra for her swift action in facilitating the clearance of several projects, including the Rantau Panjang-Sungai Golok Bridge, noting that progress is proceeding smoothly.
Also present at the summit were Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and his deputy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib.
The IMT-GT provides a sub-regional framework for accelerating economic cooperation and integration among member states and provinces of the three countries.
The initiative promotes private sector-led economic growth and supports the development of the subregion by leveraging the complementarities and comparative advantages of the member countries.
Source: https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2025/05/1222260/imt-gt-summit-boost-regional-connectivity-halal-agro-and-msmes