Malaysia and Indonesia are leading discussions towards consolidating the halal logo at the global level, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Amidst rising global challenges, Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for deeper cooperation between Asean, China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), citing shared opportunities.
When ASEAN nations once were very proud of their membership, much fanfare was given to the beginning of what was called the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).
“Advancing ASEAN’s collective vision of a resilient, people-centred, forward looking ASEAN Community while advancing economic growth and regional connectivity, and enhancing regional resilience.”
New agreement to boost cooperation, mitigate risks from unilateralism.
From electronics to minerals, these industries may well be impacted if Trump’s 24% tariff on Malaysian imports comes into effect.
Southeast Asian nations should look at ways to further integrate their supply chains regionally and around the world to reap the benefits of economies of scale and gain access to larger markets, Thailand’s foreign minister said.
Chinese firms set up coconut water factories in Thailand, cutting Thai producers out of exports and dominating the supply chain to China.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
