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US tariffs on Southeast Asia risk undermining regional credibility

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The United States has imposed new tariffs on seven Southeast Asian nations, citing concerns over forced labor practices. These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, are expected to damage perceptions of the U.S. as a reliable partner in the region, according to analysts. This action follows a statement by Secretary of State Marco Rubio assuring ASEAN foreign ministers of U.S. support, creating a potential contradiction in U.S. foreign policy. AI

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US tariffs on Southeast Asia risk undermining regional credibility

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Sam Beltran ·

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

    A new wave of US tariffs that hit seven Southeast Asian countries is set to reinforce perceptions of Washington as an unreliable partner to the region, according to analysts. Citing what it said were forced labour practices uncovered in its latest investigations, the US on Thursd…

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