WORLDJul 26 · 03:30 UTCSCMP CHINASam Beltran

Why new US tariffs threaten Trump government’s credibility in Asean

The US imposed new tariffs on seven Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, citing forced labour practices. Analysts warn this reinforces perceptions of Washington as an unreliable partner in the region.

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