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UPI
2 days ago
- Business
- UPI
Marco Rubio meets with Chinese foreign minister, calls it 'positive'
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Post-Ministerial Conference with Canada at the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting and related meetings at the Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Friday. Photo by ASEAN/UPI | License Photo July 11 (UPI) -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Friday in his first trip to Asia since his appointment to the cabinet post. Rubio and Wang spoke for about an hour while at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Rubio told reporters it was a "very constructive, positive meeting" and said there is more the two countries could work on together. He hinted at a potential meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. He said the odds for that meeting are high, and "I don't have a date for you, but I think it's coming." At the meeting, Rubio has been working to try to shore up support for United States policies on trade with China. Wang has been pushing Southeast Asian nations to resist American pressure and lean on Beijing. During the meeting, Rubio emphasized the importance of keeping channels of communication open, and they agreed to explore areas of potential cooperation, while seeking to manage differences, according to State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce. "The Secretary emphasized the need for continued discussion on a range of bilateral issues. The Secretary also raised other issues of regional and global importance," she said in a press release. Trump has made new tariff threats on Southeast Asian nations, angering the foreign leaders at the conference, including the host country Malaysia. Japan and South Korea are also facing the threats, which cast doubt on Rubio's efforts. Wang met with a Bangladeshi official on Friday and said it was unreasonable and unethical for the U.S. to put 35% tariffs on Bangladesh, which is one of the least developed in the world. China has warned countries that they would face consequences if they worked with the U.S. to impede Chinese exports. "China has always been the most reliable stabilizing force in a turbulent world and the most reliable partner" for Southeast Asian countries, Wang said on Thursday at a meeting with the region's diplomats.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
US secretary of state Rubio Marco set to meet Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov; lands in Malaysia for Asean summit, what is on agenda?
Marco Rubio to meet Sergey Lavrov in Malaysia amid rising Russia-Ukraine war US secretary of state Marco Rubio is set to meet Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday in Malaysia, on the sidelines of the Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting, as tensions between Washington and Moscow deepen over the conflict in Ukraine. Marco Rubio has arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday, marking his first visit to the region to attend Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Post-Ministerial Conference during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting, which brings together the ten Asean member states along with key diplomatic partners, including Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, the European Union, and the United States. This will mark the second face-to-face meeting between Rubio and Lavrov, the first being in Saudi Arabia in February this year. Rubio and Lavrov's meeting comes shortly after US resumed shipments of defensive weapons to Ukraine. The deliveries had been on hold pending a review by the Pentagon of domestic munitions stockpiles, a pause that was welcomed by Moscow. However, the renewed supply of arms comes amid intensifying Russian aerial assaults on Ukrainian targets, further straining relations between the two powers. President Donald Trump, speaking at a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, voiced strong criticism of President Putin. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5-year-old girl needs her second heart surgery! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo 'Putin is not, he's not treating human beings right,' Trump said. 'It's killing too many people. So we're sending some defensive weapons to Ukraine, and I've approved that.' Rubio is expected to meet with other foreign ministers attending the forum, many of whom represent countries that could soon be impacted by new US trade tariffs. However State Department officials indicated that tariffs and trade will not be Rubio's primary focus during the meetings. Instead, the Trump administration hopes the talks will center on maritime safety and security in the South China Sea.
Nikkei Asia
3 days ago
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
ASEAN, China deepen relations amid US tariffs and global trade tensions
Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, left, talks with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, on the sidelines of the ASEAN foreign ministers' Post-Ministerial Conference in Kuala Lumpur on July 10. (Photo by Norman Goh) ISMI DAMAYANTI and NORMAN GOH KUALA LUMPUR -- ASEAN foreign ministers on Thursday emphasized the strength of the bloc's relationship with China as they sought to deepen ties with Beijing against the backdrop of new punitive "reciprocal" tariffs threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump. In his opening remarks at a meeting in Kuala Lumpur between ASEAN foreign ministers and their Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said China is "one of ASEAN's most substantive and dynamic partnerships."
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Australia's 2040 strategy aims to strengthen trade, investment ties with Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: Australia's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 lies at the core of its renewed commitment to strengthening two-way trade and investment with the Southeast Asia region, which is projected to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2040. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong said that enhancing engagement with Southeast Asia – particularly through rebuilding trust and deepening cooperation – has become a key priority for the government under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership. "It (Asean) is central to regional stability, guards against conflict and reinforces the rules and norms that protect us all," she said in a statement today. Noting that Australia is Asean's first Dialogue Partner and a Comprehensive Strategic Partner, Wong also commended the regional bloc's critical contribution to the country's aspirations for the region. She added that as Australia marks 70 years of diplomatic presence in Malaysia, she looks forward to meeting Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan to discuss ways to further strengthen economic, strategic and people-to-people ties between the two countries. She also reiterated Australia's strong support for Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship in 2025, noting that its theme on inclusivity and sustainability reflects shared values and common goals between both countries. In the same statement, Wong emphasised that she will reaffirm Australia's commitment to working with Asean on conflict prevention, as well as its steadfast support for multilateralism, rules-based trade and international law, during the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting and the ASEAN Regional Forum scheduled for tomorrow. Wong today attended the Post-Ministerial Conference (PMC) of the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meetings (AMM) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) here. The session, chaired by Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, was also attended by Mohamad, ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn, as well as foreign ministers from Asean member states and Timor-Leste. – BERNAMA
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Australia's 2040 strategy to boost trade and investment with Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: Australia's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 underscores its commitment to deepening trade and investment ties with the region, projected to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2040. Foreign Minister Penny Wong highlighted the importance of rebuilding trust and enhancing cooperation as key priorities under Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership. 'It is (ASEAN) central to regional stability, guards against conflict and reinforces the rules and norms that protect us all,' Wong said in a statement. She noted Australia's long-standing partnership with ASEAN, being its first Dialogue Partner and a Comprehensive Strategic Partner. As Australia celebrates 70 years of diplomatic presence in Malaysia, Wong expressed eagerness to meet Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan to explore ways to strengthen economic and strategic ties. She also reaffirmed Australia's support for Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, praising its focus on inclusivity and sustainability. During the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting and ASEAN Regional Forum, Wong will emphasise Australia's dedication to conflict prevention, multilateralism, and rules-based trade. She attended the Post-Ministerial Conference at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, joined by ASEAN leaders and Timor-Leste's representatives. - Bernama
