KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 19 -- Malaysian Cabinet members undertook a total of 236 official trips abroad last year, according to Federal Territories Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
She said the total expenditure for these visits amounted to RM44 million, all of which had been approved previously.
"Official visits by Ministers are intended for attending regular and scheduled meetings involving Malaysia as a member country in various international organisations.
"The presence of Ministers as representatives of the Government plays a crucial role in demonstrating Malaysia's commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations and its position at the global level.
"Additionally, visits abroad are also part of investment and trade promotion missions aimed ...