Former President Trump called for a direct meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskiy to ease tensions in Eastern Europe, Bloomberg reports on The Asia Trade, August 19, 2025.
Trump’s dismissal of key US climate scientists has raised concerns across Asia, where climate data collaboration and research efforts may face setbacks. Regional experts warn of possible impacts on joint …
Aid on ice: Trump’s freeze of U.S. assistance to the Pacific and Southeast Asia disrupts vital development projects, weakening regional stability and economic growth amid rising geopolitical tensions, the Lowy …
Trump-era tariffs are prompting Apple and Nvidia to reconsider their hardware manufacturing strategies in Asia, seeking to minimize costs and supply chain risks amid escalating trade tensions.
Trump’s policies disrupted Southeast Asia’s emergence as a strategic alternative to China, undermining regional alliances and economic partnerships, experts say. The New York Times examines the lasting impact on U.S.-Asia …
China is intensifying efforts to attract top scientific talent, a move inadvertently boosted by recent U.S. policies under Trump. Restrictions on Chinese researchers have prompted many to consider opportunities in …
Former President Trump secured several trade agreements in Asia, boosting short-term economic ties. However, experts warn these deals may undermine long-term regional trust and stability, potentially complicating future diplomacy.
Hong Kong markets led losses in the Asia-Pacific region as investors weighed President Trump’s latest tariff threats. Trade tensions heightened concerns, prompting cautious trading and market declines across the region, …
Asia’s imports of U.S. LNG are set to surge amid rising energy demand, Reuters reports. However, the increase may fall short of former President Trump’s expectations for reshaping global energy …
China’s property sector faces deepening crisis as defaults surge, while the U.S., under Trump, ramps up trade restrictions, intensifying economic tensions between the two powers, Asia Times reports.
Former President Trump is urging allies to reduce economic dependence on China, starting with Vietnam. His push aims to reshape global supply chains and curb China’s influence, raising tensions in …
The US tariffs under the Trump administration have significantly impacted Asian exporters, including Taiwan and India, disrupting trade flows and prompting economic recalibrations across the region, warns a BBC report.
Trump’s tariffs have shaken global trade, leaving Asia’s travel sector bracing for impact. Rising costs and shifting policies threaten regional tourism and business travel, raising questions about recovery and future …