World leaders gathered in Malaysia on Monday will discuss ways to strengthen economic and trade ties in the shadow of looming U.S. tariffs after President Donald Trump left a summit of Southeast Asian nations to continue a tour of the region.

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China pressed on Monday for stronger economic ties and more open trade at a regional summit in Malaysia dominated by the shadow of steep U.S. tariffs after proceedings attended by President Donald Trump.

The summit and its associated meetings, which will be held during October 26-28, are shaping up as the most significant in years.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Asia-Pacific leaders to prioritize dialogue and cooperation over confrontation

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in crucial bilateral talks with leaders from Japan, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Vietn

Trade Minister Todd McClay says that it can be difficult for kiwi businesses to deal in South East Asia, but that will hopefully change following the ASEAN

Trade and regional unity in the spotlight on day two of the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur. Members of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) called for wider trade efforts, and faster additions of new members.