ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet Malaysia Amid US Tariffs, Cambodia-Thailand Tensions
ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet Malaysia Amid US Tariffs, Cambodia-Thailand Tensions

ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet Malaysia Amid US Tariffs, Cambodia-Thailand Tensions

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ASEAN foreign ministers are convening in Kuala Lumpur amid escalating concerns over U.S. trade tariffs and a territorial dispute between Thailand and Cambodia that threatens regional unity. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs ranging from 25% to 40% on six ASEAN countries, despite efforts by some members to negotiate lower rates, with only Vietnam securing a reduced levy. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the need for ASEAN's foreign and economic ministers to coordinate closely in addressing these geopolitical and economic challenges, highlighting how trade barriers are now tools of geopolitical rivalry. The ministers are expected to express concern over rising global trade tensions and unilateral tariff actions, viewing such measures as counterproductive and risks to economic fragmentation. The meetings include dialogue with major partners such as the U.S., China, Russia, and the EU, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attending to ease tensions caused by the tariff strategy. Additionally, ASEAN leaders addressed the border skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia, calling for diplomatic efforts to maintain regional peace and stability.

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