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Chinese president engages in charm offensive in Southeast Asia as U.S. tariffs rattle region
The timing couldn’t be better for Chinese President Xi Jinping as he wraps up a tour of three countries in Southeast Asia ...
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Trade, Tariffs and Trump in Southeast Asia
The tariffs will disrupt existing production networks and increase costs, while damaging Washington’s image and relations ...
Xi Jinping goes on charm offensive as Asia reels from tariff whiplash
The message Xi is sending on his tour is loud and clear. China is seeking to capitalize on the Trump administration’s ...
Xi Jinping’s Anti-Tariff Tour
China’s president is courting U.S. trade partners in Asia.
Trump calls Xi’s tour of Southeast Asia a chance to ‘screw’ the US
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on a tour of Southeast Asia, positioning China as a stable partner in contrast to the US.
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Southeast Asian Governments Seek Negotiations Over Trump Tariffs
Comments from President Trump and members of his inner circle have raised doubts about whether Washington is open to dialogue ...
Xi Fights Trump’s Tariffs With Global Charm Offensive
The Chinese leader is seeking to win over trade partners caught between U.S. tariffs and oversupply by his country.
China urges Vietnam to resist ‘unilateral bullying’ as Xi tries to rally region in face of Trump tariffs
Xi Jinping has urged Vietnam to resist “unilateral bullying” and uphold free and open trade, as he begins a high-stakes ...
Thai economic growth to see hit from US tariffs, central bank says
Thailand's economic growth will be hit by U.S. tariffs on its exports, although the impact on activity won't be as great as ...
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ASEAN states could use Xi’s visit to ‘project strength’ for US tariff talks in tough balancing act
Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia rolled out the red carpet for Chinese President Xi Jinping to show they won’t be bullied in ...