China's Xi meets Malaysian leaders on Southeast Asia tour DW 04/16/2025
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During his Southeast Asia tour, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Malaysia's king and plans to sign multiple bilateral agreements with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This visit follows China's agreements with Vietnam concerning cooperation in supply chains and increased access for Vietnamese agricultural exports to China. Xi's tour is seen as a strategic move to reinforce China's influence in the region amid ongoing tensions with the US, while also potentially addressing issues related to China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's tour of Southeast Asia signifies a pivotal moment as nations look to solidify trade relations amid rising tensions with the United States.
Xi's discussions revolve around free trade agreements with ASEAN, underscoring a shift in economic alliances while addressing concerns over China's aggressive territorial claims.
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