Former opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim today lauded Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak's trip to China, but also warned against being too dependent on that country.

"The visit (to China) is something positive, but I also caution against being too dependent on that country.

"There should be a sign of caution and it is better for Malaysia to focus on the economy, and the sooner he (Najib) realises it, the better," Anwar told reporters outside the High Court in Kuala Lumpur.