US tariffs
Why 2026 is poised to be another rocky year for global trade
The US, Canada and Mexico are about to start reviewing the North American free-trade deal that took effect in 2020
US delays slapping tariffs on China chips until 2027
Chinese Embassy in Washington expresses opposition to any tariffs
Japan and US agree to expedite US$550 billion investment projects
The final greenlight for the investments will be given by Trump
Indonesia to sign final US trade deal in January, tariffs fixed at 19%
Presidents Prabowo and Trump are set to sign the agreement in Washington, DC, in January
Vietnam replaces trade minister as leadership review begins
The current chairman of PetroVietnam, Le Manh Hung, becomes the acting minister of industry and trade
What 2025 taught markets, and what comes next
AI hype, tariff shocks, rate cuts and Asia’s surprise winners. What really moved markets in 2025? And what could make or break 2026?
Malaysia’s export growth slows as trade with US declines
The exports of electrical and electronic products remain strong, rising 15% from a year ago
As global scrutiny grows, Chinese firms look to call Singapore home
Singapore’s brand is trusted globally, valued for neutrality, international appeal and ease for Chinese firms to adapt
India’s exports defy tariffs, strengthen hand in US trade talks
Economists point to diversification and strong domestic demand as key drivers supporting economic resilience
India trade deficit narrows to 5-month low; official says close to framework deal with US
Merchandise exports to the US rises nearly 10% month on month to US$6.9 billion in November
