ASEAN Perspectives #3: Trump 2.0
President Trump will return to the White House on January 20th, marking a significant turning point in US politics and policies, with implications that will ripple far beyond its own borders. Among the many areas set to experience a dramatic shift is global trade; Trump’s staunch protectionist stance, centred on imposing tariffs and reshoring manufacturing, is a cornerstone of his economic agenda. His policies are likely to reignite tensions with China, the world’s largest exporter, and prompt a realignment of international economic dynamics. These trends will be more severe than in Trump’s first term, since now Republicans control both …