Xi Jinping Arrives in Malaysia, Touting China's Reliability Over US Uncertainty

China's President Xi Jinping has arrived in Malaysia as part of a Southeast Asian tour, delivering a personal message that Beijing is a more reliable trading partner than his predecessors. The visit comes ahead of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) talks with ASEAN nations later this week. During his trip, Xi held talks with Malaysian officials, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, to strengthen bilateral ties and boost economic cooperation. The visit aims to showcase China as a trusted partner in regional affairs, following his predecessors' strained relationships with the US under former President Donald Trump.