US President Donald Trump has embarked on a high-stakes Asia trip, aiming to secure trade, mineral, and peace agreements across the region. The five-day tour includes visits to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea — marking Trump’s longest journey abroad since returning to office in January.
The Asia trip will test Trump’s ability to rebuild relationships strained by his trade policies and navigate tense diplomatic challenges. His schedule includes meetings with key leaders, including China’s President Xi Jinping, where trade disputes and geopolitical tensions are expected to dominate discussions.
According to the White House, Trump hopes to finalize new trade and ceasefire deals during his Asia trip, while also reinforcing the fragile Gaza peace process that his administration helped broker. However, uncertainty surrounds his planned meeting with Xi, as Beijing has not confirmed the details.
Both Washington and Beijing have increased tariffs and threatened restrictions on critical minerals and technology exports. Analysts say neither side expects a major breakthrough, but they may agree on limited steps to ease tensions — such as adjusting tariffs or resuming key exports.
Trump is expected to attend the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, where he may witness the signing of a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia. In Japan, he will meet newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to discuss defense spending and Japan’s planned $550 billion investment in the US economy.
In South Korea, Trump plans to meet Xi before an international trade summit in Busan. Topics likely to arise include Taiwan, China’s support for Russia, and trade imbalances. Trump has also hinted at raising the issue of Hong Kong media figure Jimmy Lai’s imprisonment during his talks.
Trump’s Asia trip underscores his renewed push for American economic influence and peace diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific region. The White House said the journey reflects the administration’s commitment to “peace, prosperity, and strategic leadership” in Asia.
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