Dato Mohammad Azhar bin Mazlan urged for increased cooperation in trade, investment, education, and tourism between Pakistan and Malaysia. The two nations have maintained diplomatic relations since 1957.
In March 2019, Pakistan and Malaysia upgraded their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership. Pakistan serves as a significant market for Malaysian palm oil, with companies from both countries operating a joint venture for edible oil refining at Port Qasim in Karachi.
Malaysia has extended its "Visit Malaysia" campaign until 2027, while Pakistan remains one of the top five countries providing international students to Malaysia. The Malaysia Technical Cooperation Programme has offered training to participants from 189 countries.
A joint committee on defence cooperation is set to meet during the week of 13 October 2026. Furqan Rao stated that bilateral trade between Pakistan and Malaysia reached approximately $1.5 billion.
Rao also proposed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate cooperation between the NPC and Malaysian media organisations.
