Malaysian perceptions of China have improved significantly in recent years, according to a public opinion survey by the Merdeka Centre, which underscores growing support for bilateral relations, Chinese investments, and areas of cooperation between the two nations.

The survey, conducted from May 17 to June 10 and involving 1,225 respondents from across Malaysia, revealed that 84 percent of Malaysians view ties with China positively, up from 70 percent in 2022.