China’s upgraded trade pact with ASEAN promises deeper markets and tech ties, but rising regional dependence, local pushback and ongoing US-China rivalry could test the limits of its benefits, says researcher Genevieve Donnellon-May.
Despite India’s protectionist stance after entering a trade deal with ASEAN countries, imports from the trade partners have grown faster than exports to these nations.
Indonesia has launched a probe into its US-bound footwear shipments as Jakarta tries to save its trade relations with Washington.
Indonesia, the world's largest thermal coal exporter, plans to substantially reduce its coal production in 2026 to stabilize global prices affected by oversupply.
The Ministry of Commerce is advancing trade negotiations with key international partners as part of Thailand’s broader strategy to expand export markets and reinforce economic security.
US potato industry seeks zero tariffs on exports to Philippines.
Two-way trade turnover between Vietnam and Singapore reached SGD33 billion (approx. US$25.3 billion) in the first 10 months of 2025, maintaining Vietnam’s position as Singapore’s 10th largest trading partner and marking a new record in their trade relations.
Vietnamese rice exporters are facing renewed uncertainty after the Philippines formally extended its suspension of regular and well-milled rice imports through 31 December 2025.
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
