UK-Malaysia memorandum of understanding 2022: co-operation in climate action (sustainable growth)
The governments of the UK and Malaysia signed memorandum of understanding to strengthen co-operation on climate action.
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The agreement provides a framework for the 2 countries to work together on climate and biodiversity. This includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions by sharing knowledge and technical expertise.
The agreement covers 5 areas:
- collaboration on climate and biodiversity issues
- knowledge sharing
- promoting scientific and technical collaboration
- supporting private sector involvement
- promoting outreach activities
Minister for the Pacific and International Environment, Lord Zac Goldsmith and the Malaysian Environment and Water Minister, Dato Sri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man signed the memorandum of understanding on 7 June 2022 in London.
The agreement will further deepen ties between the UK and Malaysia following the agreement of a bilateral Strategic Partnership in November 2021. Find out more in the February 2022 Malaysia-UK Strategic Dialogue.