Anwar bin Ibrahim
As the Asean Chair, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has navigated months of meticulous statecraft to sign a new trade deal with the United States, expanding market access for Malaysian goods and services and securing reciprocal openings for American technology and investment into Southeast Asia's growing middle-income corridor. This
Consumer spending
The American economy remains strong, driven by steady consumer spending and growth in the top 10 percent of earners, who account for almost 50 percent of all spending. However, uncertainty surrounds the impact of artificial intelligence, with some predicting high unemployment and others net job creation. Meanwhile, protectionism and a
Protectionism
The US-Canada trade war has escalated further after former US president Donald Trump announced the termination of all trade negotiations with Canada over a television advertisement opposing US tariffs. The ad, paid for by the government of Ontario, used excerpts of a 1987 speech by Ronald Reagan criticizing trade barriers.
Protectionism
As Asean navigates intensifying global rivalries and growing economic uncertainties, the region's leaders must present a unified front to achieve long-term prosperity, said Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Speaking at the Asean Joint Foreign and Economic Ministers' Meeting, he emphasized the importance of clear and
Protectionism
The US-Canada trade war has escalated further after former US president Donald Trump announced the termination of all trade negotiations with Canada over a television advertisement opposing US tariffs. The ad, paid for by the government of Ontario, used excerpts of a 1987 speech by Ronald Reagan criticizing trade barriers.
Tariffs
US President Donald Trump announced he will impose an additional 10% tariff on Canadian imports, sparking a trade war escalation after a Canadian government ad criticizing Trump's protectionist policies aired during the World Series. The ad uses footage of former US President Ronald Reagan decrying American protectionism, saying
Advertising executives
U.S. President Donald Trump has terminated all trade negotiations with Canada due to a contentious advertisement funded by the Ontario government, which featured a manipulated clip of former President Ronald Reagan speaking out against tariffs. The Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute condemned the advertisement, stating that it "misrepresents&
Protectionism
Donald Trump will begin a tour of Asia on Sunday at a meeting of south-east Asian nations in Malaysia, before flying to Japan to meet its new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, and eventually travel to South Korea for the Apec summit, where he is expected to discuss trade and possibly
Protectionism
President Trump's six-day diplomatic tour of Asia is underway, with a focus on bilateral meetings and a range of complex relationships with regional leaders, including China's Xi Jinping. The trip comes amid a deepening trade war between the US and China, as well as ongoing tensions
Political parties
Beijing is charting a course for unprecedented growth in the next five years, amidst a world grappling with challenges. The 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee has adopted recommendations for the 15th Five-Year Plan, aiming to make significant advancements in high-quality development, self-reliance in science and technology, and a
Protectionism
China's 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) has guided the country through a tumultuous period, maintaining steady growth and fostering innovation despite global challenges like geopolitical conflicts, inflation, and protectionism. The plan has been a success, with China's economy projected to expand by over 35 trillion yuan (4.
International trade
As the global trade environment has become increasingly complex and uncertain, Guangdong Province is actively promoting the integration of domestic and foreign trade. At the 138th Canton Fair, the first domestic sales matchmaking event for high-quality foreign trade products was held, featuring a dedicated area of approximately 3,000 square
