ASEAN Trade
As geopolitics turns turbulent, India may need new ways to protect its strategy autonomy
As global alliances fray and trade, security and diplomacy pull in different directions, India is entering a year that will test its strategic reflexes. New Delhi may need to think beyond the obvious, exercise pragmatism and learn from unexpected examples.
4 min read11 Jan 2026China 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 2025India, Asean trade agreement review faces delays
This shift in Asean's approach comes in response to India's proposal for a unified tariff schedule for all member states—a suggestion that has met resistance from several countries within the bloc
3 min read8 Jan 2025Asean’s second renaissance is now
As global tensions intensify—from strategic competition to climate disruption—Asean’s collaborative spirit has never been more crucial
3 min read1 Jan 2025