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ASEAN Briefing

New Indonesia–US Trade Deal Sets 19% Tariff Rate

07/18/2025

Indonesia secures a 19 percent US tariff rate which is the lowest in ASEAN boosting export competitiveness while committing to enforcement.

China Briefing

China’s Economy in H1 2025: GDP, Trade, and FDI Highlights

07/16/2025

China’s economy grew 5.3 percent year‑on‑year in H1 2025, driven by robust industrial output, export strength, and targeted investment.

India Briefing

Trade War Economics: India's Moment in the US's Tariff Strategy

07/15/2025

NITI Aayog's July 14, 2025, quarterly study shows India has gained advantages in 22 major export sectors through the US tariff changes that favor domestic producers over countries like China, Canada, and Mexico.

India Briefing

India Pursues Strategic BRICS Partnerships as US Tariff Tensions Rise

07/11/2025

As US tariff threats resurface under Trump, Indian exporters face growing trade risks—particularly due to BRICS ties. India Briefing analyzes sector-wise impacts and how India is navigating between global alliances and evolving US trade policies.

India Briefing

Countdown to the End of Trump's Tariff Pause: Where Does India Stand Now?

07/09/2025

India navigates high-stakes trade talks as the US imposes a 50% tariff on copper and considers 200% duties on pharmaceuticals. In the ongoing negotiations between the two countries, India aims to protect its key sectors.

India Briefing

US Tariffs Set to Resume August 1; India Pushes for Balanced Trade Pact

07/08/2025

Trump has extended the pause on US tariffs until August 1, 2025, for India trade talks. We share the latest updates on the ongoing trade negotiations, BRICS tensions, and the India-US genetically modified (GM) animal feed imports debate.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-US Trade Deal 2025: Summary, Impacts, and Strategic Responses

07/07/2025

This article examines the implications of the Vietnam-US trade deald, the concerns expressed by the Vietnamese business community, and strategic responses to navigate the evolving trade landscape.

ASEAN Briefing

ASEAN Nations Mobilize Ahead of U.S. Tariff Deadline

07/04/2025

ASEAN countries take urgent action — deals, taskforces, and diplomacy — in response to U.S. tariffs set to take effect on July 9.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia Eases Import Rules for 10 Key Commodities to Boost Trade and Investment

07/03/2025

Indonesia removes import restrictions on 10 commodities to boost trade and attract investors ahead of major tariff deadlines.

Middle East Briefing

Trump's 90 Day Clock Is Up: Will GCC Become a Safe Bet for Global Investors?

07/01/2025

As Trump's 90 day tariff pause ends, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are emerging as stable, tech-forward investment hubs.

China Briefing

China's January-April 2025 FDI Data: Trends, Sectoral and Regional Analysis

06/17/2025

We analyze China’s foreign direct investment (FDI) performance in January–April 2025, with underlying trends and sectoral highlights.

India Briefing

US Appeals Court Reinstates Trump Tariffs: Key Updates for India

05/30/2025

On April 2, 2025, the Trump administration imposed a 26 percent reciprocal tariff on India. As of May 30, 2025, India continues to reevaluate its trade strategy with the US amid legal uncertainty and pressure in ongoing talks.