
Top News Stories for May 27
Top news stories from America, the Philippines and Asia Pacific
Top news stories from America, the Philippines and Asia Pacific
ASEAN Urges Unity Amid US Tariff Hikes Southeast Asian nations are calling for stronger economic integration to counter the impact of US-imposed tariffs, which range from 10% to 49%. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan emphasized the need for unity during the ASEAN foreign ministers’ summit, highlighting the ongoing US-China trade war’s disruption of global production…
Vietnam and the United States have been working diligently to tackle trade origin fraud, a practice that undermines fair trade and compliance with tariffs and restrictions. This issue has gained particular prominence as some exporters attempt to disguise goods’ true origins to circumvent trade regulations. Such practices not only jeopardize bilateral trade relations but also…
In a strategic move to bolster regional cooperation and economic resilience, Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed a series of agreements with Vietnam, focusing on infrastructure development. These deals, which include ambitious cross-border rail projects, are part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The initiative aims to enhance connectivity, reduce economic dependency on the…