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It is the USA that is eager to negotiate on tariffs with China
US seeks talks on Trump's 145% tariffs; China demands sincere negotiations, criticizes tariffs as bullying, signals trade war de-escalation.
Category: Trade wars
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Miti appoints its deputy sec-gen as chief negotiator for US tariff talks
Malaysia's Deputy Secretary-General will negotiate trade talks with the US, focusing on tariffs and economic security amidst existing trade surplus challenges.
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Malaysia is aiming at elimination of tariffs imposed by the US
Malaysia is negotiating with the US to reduce tariffs, enhancing trade conditions and global competitiveness amid a 90-day suspension.
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MIDA, FMM, and Bintang Launch Fund to Transform Malaysia’s Semiconductor Industry
MIDA, FMM, and Bintang launch BSIF I to boost Malaysia’s semiconductor industry with sustainable, inclusive growth.
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Mahathir Slams US Tariffs as Self-Destructive, Mocks American Ignorance
Mahathir warns US tariffs will backfire, raising costs, harming competitiveness, and predicts policy reversal within three months
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Malaysia Boosts UK Trade with Zero-Tariff Palm Oil and Solar Energy Ventures
Malaysia, the UK’s fourth-largest Southeast Asian trading partner and the zero-tariff will boost trade
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Singapore: 10% US Tariff remains
Singapore’s Deputy PM discussed economic ties with the US, highlighting significant trade impacts and challenges amid tariff risks.
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Malaysia to address US trade deficit in tariffs controversy
Malaysia is actively addressing the U.S. trade deficit through high-level talks led by Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz with U.S. officials,…
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World Bank lowers Malaysia’s economic growth
The World Bank projects Malaysia's 2025 economic growth at 3.9%, lower than regional peers, prompted by global economic challenges and U.S. tariffs.
Accounting
Global Accountant Confidence Wanes as US Tariffs Loom, but Asia Pacific Shows Resilience
Global accountant confidence dips, but Asia Pacific rebounds. US tariffs and trade tensions threaten growth, despite resilient regional orders. “Global growth has generally proved…
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Powell’s Defiance of Trump Solidifies Fed’s Power, Shakes Markets
Jerome Powell’s unyielding stance against Trump’s pressure underscores Fed independence, triggering market volatility and complicating tariff-driven policies, with global economic ripples.
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Trump blinks and bends to pressure on FED and China tariffs
Trump is the first to blink and to bend in his fight against the FED chair Powell and he is bending his stiff rules…
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Trade War Threatens China’s Oil Demand, Risks 90,000 BPD Loss in 2025
Oil prices face pressure from U.S.-Iran talks, tariffs, and OPEC+ supply forecasts, but seasonal demand may stabilize markets.
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Economic Indicators: Will external trade continue to improve with tariff threats?
Malaysia's GDP growth is projected to hit 4.5% in 2025, driven by domestic spending and trade improvements. First quarter growth estimated at 4.4%.
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Only $500 million in tariffs collected in USA since April 5
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data further shows only $500 million collected in “reciprocal tariffs” since April 5, 2025. Not $2 billion daily…
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Tariff War Threatens Malaysia’s Economic Lifeline: Domestic Spending Faces Bleak Days
Malaysia's GDP growth in 2025 may decline due to export slowdowns and rising tariffs affecting domestic spending and investments.