US tariff impositions: Thorn in the side or blessing in disguise?
Although not entirely disheartening, the tariff makes it clear that Bangladesh must act fast to reduce the bilateral trade deficit. Enhancing efficiencies could help regain…
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Japan PM Ishiba, US President Trump talk over phone, agree to ministerial level tariff talks
The phone conversation lasted for about 25 minutes, and the prime minister told Mr. Trump that he was “deeply concerned” the U.S. tariff policy could “weaken investment…
Any negotiations will put Malaysia’s interests first, says minister ahead of US trip for talks
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz will also be chairing a meeting with Asean member states on April 10, where matters related to the US…
Vietnam eyes backup plans as US tariff threat looms
The Southeast Asian nation must consider diversifying export markets, especially those with free trade agreements already in place.
Bangladesh signs MoU with NASA for space exploration
The Artemis Accords, established by NASA in 2020, are a set of non-binding agreements aimed at promoting peaceful, cooperative, and transparent exploration of outer space.
Who will blink first? US and China in a battle of wills over tit-for-tat tariffs
A “true trade war” is now at hand, a professor says, and neither Mr Trump nor Mr Xi is likely to back down.
Japan PM Ishiba eyeing U.S. visit over reciprocal tariffs
PM Ishiba emphasised that the government would take all possible domestic measures against the U.S. policy, such as financing small and medium-sized companies and devising…
US President Trump, Israel PM Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages, tariffs at White House
In a brief Oval Office session open to reporters, Trump on Monday called the release of hostages held in Gaza a “top priority.” He expressed optimism about ongoing…
Tariff discussions held between ASEAN senior officials with US Treasury rep
Although not part of the main agenda, the US tariffs appeared to be among the key topic of discussion on the first day of the 12th Asean Finance Ministers and Central Bank…
Singaporean students in US on edge amid Trump’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters on campus
For some Singaporeans, the once-remote fear of deportation now governs daily decisions.