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New Indonesia–US Trade Deal Sets 19% Tariff Rate

21 tháng 07. 2025

Indonesia has emerged as the most favorably treated Southeast Asian country under the United States’ new protectionist trade regime, following a breakthrough agreement that caps U.S. tariffs on Indonesian goods at 19 percent. 

Vietnam, Laos open new chapter in digital trade cooperation

21 tháng 07. 2025

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam and the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Laos co-hosted a thematic workshop on promoting cross-border e-commerce under the theme Supporting Businesses in the Digital Era in Vientiane on the morning of July 18.

Nation edgy as decision day looms

21 tháng 07. 2025

Thailand nervously awaits the outcome of negotiations with the US in the hope of a more favourable tariff rate.

China-Malaysia ties strengthen under BRI framework with focus on clean energy and digital economy

21 tháng 07. 2025

As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) marks its 11th anniversary, China-Malaysia cooperation has entered a new phase of multi-dimensional and deeply integrated engagement, spanning infrastructure, the digital economy and green transformation.

Cambodia: Govt pushes for tariff cuts, urges factories not to panic

21 tháng 07. 2025

The Royal Government has all kinds of measures in place to facilitate and safeguard the interests of the private sector, says Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol.

Indonesia’s EU free trade push signals pivot from China-US dominance

21 tháng 07. 2025

The deal could unlock US$60 billion in value and open access to a 700 million strong market across Europe and Indonesia.

PHL eyes zero tariffs on some US goods

21 tháng 07. 2025

THE PHILIPPINES is open to lowering duties on selected imports from the US to zero as part of tariff negotiations with Washington, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said.

Thailand: Nation put off taking Vietnam's approach

21 tháng 07. 2025

Expert says Thailand in different position.