ASEAN-China-GCC cooperation seen to inject certainty into global economy

An aerial drone photo taken on April 30, 2025 shows a cargo ship berthing at a container dock of Qingdao Port in Qingdao, East China’s Shandong province. (PHOTO / XINHUA) KUALA LUMPUR – Cooperation between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will unlock immense potential for … Read more

Asean must embrace centrality and neutrality, says Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: Asean member states must adhere to the principles of centrality, neutrality, and non-alignment as the region moves forward, according to Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister emphasized that Asean should align common interests and respond more cohesively to the complexities of global trade. “To that end, Malaysia … Read more

US Tariffs: Crushing Auto Manufacturing & USMCA?

“`html Navigating the North american Trade landscape Under Evolving U.S. Tariffs Navigating the North American Trade Landscape Under Evolving U.S. Tariffs The Shifting Sands of U.S. Trade Policy The United States’ trade policies have undergone significant shifts, especially concerning tariffs. These changes are poised to reshape trade and investment dynamics across North America. Initially, the … Read more

China-US Tariffs: Negotiations to Begin

US-China Trade Tensions: A Potential Thaw on the horizon? Table of Contents US-China Trade Tensions: A Potential Thaw on the horizon? China Considers Dialog Amidst Trade War stalemate A Conditional Olive Branch: Demands for Sincerity The Tariff Landscape: A History of escalation Building Trust: A Prerequisite for Progress China Signals Openness to Tariff Negotiations with … Read more

Southeast Asia walks tightrope between China and US

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cambodia on Thursday for the last leg of his week-long tour of Southeast Asia, which included earlier stops in Vietnam and Malaysia. Although his visit was scheduled months ago, it fell at an opportune moment for Beijing, with the international trade system in disarray because of the actions of … Read more

Liberation Day USA: What You Need to Know

Trump’s “liberation Day” Tariffs: A New Economic Era or Global Alliance Fracture? Table of Contents Trump’s “liberation Day” Tariffs: A New Economic Era or Global Alliance Fracture? A Bold Economic Strategy Unveiled “Reciprocal Rates”: The Core of the new Policy White House Justification: Ending “Unfair Trade Decades” From Inauguration Promise to Economic Reality Potential economic … Read more

Amplegest: American Consumer Alert

Global Economy at a Turning Point: Nations React to Shifting Policies An analysis of the current economic climate and potential future trends. March 29, 2025 While recent economic statistics ​still point to the resilience ‌of⁢ the U.S. economy, ​key indicators suggest underlying vulnerabilities.Confidence remains‍ crucial for consumption, which has long fueled American growth. Governments worldwide … Read more

EU Car Market Collapses After Trump Tariffs

Trump’s Tariffs Trigger Market Volatility and EU Response Table of Contents Trump’s Tariffs Trigger Market Volatility and EU Response Automotive Stocks Plummet Amid New US Tariffs Trump’s Rationale vs. Industry Projections European markets React Negatively EU Considers retaliatory Measures Broader Trade Tensions and Potential De-escalation with China Published: March 28, 2025 Automotive Stocks Plummet Amid … Read more

Trump’s Tariffs: Reshaping Global Trade and Hong Kong’s Strategic Role – Insights from StanChart Chairman

Archyde Trump’s Trade Policies and Emerging Market Opportunities: A 2025 Analysis Table of Contents 1. Trump’s Trade Policies and Emerging Market Opportunities: A 2025 Analysis 2. Tariffs and Global Trade: A Shifting Landscape 3. The Impact on China’s GDP 4. Emerging Market Opportunities: New Trade Routes 5. Hong Kong’s Role as a “Superconnector” 6. Standard … Read more