Malaysia–Namibia relations

Malaysia–Namibia relations refers to bilateral relations between Malaysia and Namibia. Malaysia has a high commission in Windhoek,^[1] and Namibia has a high commission in Kuala Lumpur.^[2] Both countries are members of Commonwealth of Nations and the Group of 77.

Malaysia–Namibia relations

Malaysia	Namibia

History

Both countries were once part of the British Empire and before Namibia achieved its independence, Malaysia had contributed to some operations in Namibia by sending a group of soldiers to help monitor the Namibia elections and peace process.^[3] Today, the relations are much more focused in economic co-operation.

Economic relations

During the Mahathir era, several agreements had been signed by both countries, such as the agreement on economic, science and technical co-operation.^[4] In 2006, the total trade between Malaysia and Namibia was worth around U$29 million, with exports valued at U$6.7 million and imports at U$22.3 million.^[5] Malaysia is also one of the major export partners for Namibia.^[6]

Education relations

There are also opportunities for Namibian students to study in Malaysia,^[7] and Namibia is keen to learn from the Malaysian education system.^[8] Namibia and Malaysia also maintain academic collaborations in various fields, particularly between the computer science and educational psychology faculties.^[9]

See also

• Foreign relations of Malaysia
• Foreign relations of Namibia