JAKARTA, Aug 3 — Close relations between Malaysia and Indonesia in terms of investment and economy have benefited both countries, Datuk Seri Najib Razak said. 

The prime minister said many issues were discussed during the 11th Annual Consultation between him and Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) on Monday with the aim of taking the ties to a higher level. 

In terms of investment, the prime minister thanked the Indonesian government for the opportunity given to Malaysian government-linked companies (GLCs) to participate in the republic’s infrastructure projects. 

He said Jokowi expressed confidence in the GLCs on their ability to shoulder their tasks in terms of building infrastructure projects. 

Hence, spurred by the president’s confidence, he said there is a possibility that Malaysian companies could be considered for other projects in Indonesia in the near future. — Bernama