Asean Summit
China and ASEAN sign upgraded free trade pact to counter impact of Trump tariffs
ASEAN and China signed an upgraded FTA during the summit in Malaysia, enhancing cooperation amid global trade tensions. The new pact modernises the existing framework and includes provisions for the digital economy and agriculture.
1 min read28 Oct 2025Jaishankar meets Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur, discusses bilateral ties on ASEAN sidelines
During the ASEAN Summit 2025, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met on the sidelines to discuss bilateral ties amid ongoing trade negotiations between the two countries.
2 min read27 Oct 2025US unveils trade framework agreement with Vietnam: Preferential access and 0% tariffs proposed — all you need to know
The US White House has unveiled a trade agreement framework with Vietnam during President Donald Trump's attendance at the ASEAN summit. Here's what is proposed from both sides and when a final deal can be expected…
2 min read26 Oct 2025US-China trade deal soon? Top negotiators reach framework of agreement as Beijing stares at 157% tariff
Trade negotiators for US and China said they had reached consensus on a wide range of conflicting points, laying the roadmap of a much-awaited trade deal as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet later next week.
3 min read26 Oct 2025Trump signs pacts with Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia for critical minerals — Here's what is in the deals
US President Donald Trump signed trade and critical minerals deals with Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia to address rare earths limits imposed by China. From tariff commitments to labour rights and environmental protections — here is what the agreements include.
1 min read26 Oct 2025Trump dances his way into ASEAN Summit — Malaysia welcomes US President with music | Watch video
US President Donald Trump joined cultural performers for a dance during the welcome ceremony.
1 min read26 Oct 2025Trump-Xi meeting in South Korea set for October 30: Talks to focus on trade, Ukraine, Russia, and nuclear arms
Trump will meet Xi on Oct 30 in South Korea to discuss trade, Ukraine, Russia and nuclear arms. Tensions from China’s rare earth curbs prompted 100% tariffs and possible software export restrictions. His Asia tour begins Oct 26 in Malaysia, followed by S Korea for APEC and Japan to meet PM Takaichi.
3 min read24 Oct 2025ASEAN Summit 2025: PM Modi unlikely to visit Malaysia next week—who will represent India then? Here's what we know
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to visit Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit starting on 26 October, due to scheduling issues. Who will represent India at the summit? Here's what we know.
2 min read23 Oct 2025Is PM Modi meeting Donald Trump soon? Buzz after Malaysia briefs India on US President’s ASEAN plans
As US President Donald Trump prepares to attend the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, speculation mounts regarding a possible bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While details remain unconfirmed, trade negotiations and geopolitical interests play a crucial role in this anticipated meet.
3 min read2 Oct 2025India’s trade pact with Asean is becoming a casualty of Trump’s tariffs
As Chinese overcapacity, trans-shipment and dumping become an Asia-wide problem in the context of US tariffs, it speaks volumes that New Delhi views the 10-member Asean as ‘China’s B-team.’ India seems likelier to look West than East for trade.
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