KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 -- Eternal friendship: China-Malaysia Diplomatic Relations of 40 Years picture exhibition was opened in Kuala Lumpur Tuesday.

The exhibition includes more than 200 rare historic pictures, reflecting the friendship between the two countries during the 40 years.

China and Malaysia established diplomatic relations during former Malaysian Premier Tun Razak’s visit to China in 1974.

During these 40 years, the relationship between has been developed rapidly, Chairman of Malaysia-China Friendship Association Majid said in the opening speech.

It is the first time to display some precious pictures of Tun Razak’s China’s visit, Majid said. He hopes the youth could understand the history and remember this friendship through the pictures.

The exhibition will be held in the Bangsar shopping center to June 8.