PUTRAJAYA, Nov 2 — Malaysia and China are exploring a green lane pilot project to expedite document verification and inspections for high-value agricultural products, to expand both countries’ food product market access, said the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (MAFS).
In a statement today, it said this was discussed during a courtesy call by Nanjing Customs deputy director-general Cao Chuanqing on Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin on October 30.
“The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to explore potential cooperation in the agriculture and food security sector, particularly in expediting import and export approvals and expanding market access for food products between Malaysia and China.
“Among key matters discussed was a proposal to implement a green lane pilot project at Nanjing Lukou International Airport to expedite document verification and inspection procedures for high-value agricultural products from Malaysia, including durian, birds’ nest, seafood and fresh fruit,” the ministry said.
KPKM said they also discussed an inspection protocol for the export of fresh durian by land via third countries, aimed at providing a more efficient and cost-effective logistics alternative.
According to the statement, bilateral agricultural trade between Malaysia and China amounted to RM44.4 billion last year, with Malaysian exports accounting for RM21.81 billion and imports RM22.59 billion.
Total bilateral trade between the two countries stood at RM541.54 billion in 2025.
