Malaysia today marked a new chapter in regional financial collaboration by hosting the first-ever Parallel Forum of the Annual Beijing Financial Street Forum (FSF) in Kuala Lumpur — China’s highest-level financial policy platform. The landmark event underscores Malaysia’s rising prominence as a regional hub for capital market activity and its vital role in fostering greater China–ASEAN cooperation. Jointly organised by the Export-Import Bank of China and China Galaxy Securities in Beijing, and co-hosted in Kuala Lumpur by CGS International Securities Malaysia (CGS MY) and Bursa Malaysia, the forum carried the theme “Integrating Finance, Expertise and Commerce for High-Quality Belt and Road Cooperation.”
The hybrid event connected participants from Beijing and Kuala Lumpur, with live streaming across both cities. It brought together an esteemed line-up of policymakers, regulators, and fund managers to exchange insights on financial integration, sustainable development, and capital market collaboration under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Among those present in Kuala Lumpur were YB Lim Hui Ying, Deputy Minister of Finance Malaysia; Dato’ Fad’l Mohamed, CEO of Bursa Malaysia; Puan Azizah Mohd Yatim, CEO of CGS MY; and Mr Alan Inn Wei Loon, Deputy CEO of CGS MY.
The forum saw several key deliverables, including four Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) signed in Beijing and two in Kuala Lumpur. Notably, Malaysia witnessed an MOU exchange between CGS MY and JLG Investment Holdings, marking deeper collaboration in regional capital market investment and advisory within the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). Another highlight was the announcement of the Green Energy Initiative Report, co-developed by CGS International and Panmure Liberum, which explores ASEAN’s path towards energy transition and sustainability. This report reflects CGS’s ongoing commitment to research-driven insights and will be officially launched at the CGS MY 3rd Annual ESG and Sustainability Conference on 4 November 2025 in Kuala Lumpur.
In her remarks, YB Lim Hui Ying reaffirmed Malaysia’s dedication to advancing economic integration and cooperation within ASEAN, particularly as the nation concludes its impactful 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship. “Today’s forum demonstrates the commitment by Malaysia and China to intensify international financial collaboration, governance exchanges, and mutual investor confidence,” she said.
Dato’ Fad’l Mohamed, CEO of Bursa Malaysia, emphasised that the forum marks an important step toward fostering cross-border connectivity and unlocking investment opportunities across capital markets. “We are committed to building a resilient, inclusive, and globally connected marketplace that thrives on collaboration and shared growth,” he noted, highlighting Bursa Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to expand partnerships with counterparts in Belt and Road economies.
Meanwhile, Alan Inn Wei Loon, Deputy CEO of CGS MY, underscored Malaysia’s evolving role as a strategic connector between ASEAN and China. “Through our networks, expertise, and partnerships, we aim to nurture sustainable, high-quality investments and connect credible opportunities with the right partners and funding. The MOU with JLG Investment Holdings reflects this mission,” he said.
The event concluded with a global panel discussion featuring distinguished speakers, including representatives from the Embassies of Senegal and Morocco, the Institute of New Structural Economics at Peking University, and Dr Ong Kian Ming, Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University and former Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry Malaysia. Discussions delved into capital market development, digital innovation, sustainable investment, and governance — all key pillars for advancing inclusive and long-term growth through the BRI framework.
Founded in 2012, the Beijing Financial Street Forum is China’s only top-tier financial event jointly organised by the nation’s central bank and financial regulators, including the People’s Bank of China, China Securities Regulatory Commission, and the People’s Government of Beijing Municipality. By extending its reach to Malaysia through the Kuala Lumpur Parallel Forum, FSF has taken a significant step in strengthening global financial dialogue and deepening cooperation between China and ASEAN for a more connected, sustainable, and resilient financial future.