Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim advised that continuous engagement can resolve tariff disputes with the United States, drawing from Malaysia's own experience. Speaking at a business forum in South Africa, he humorously recounted inviting former President Donald Trump to relax and resolve their trade issues, which led to a reduction in US tariffs on Malaysian goods. He suggested a similar approach could help South Africa, which faces a 30 percent US tariff on its exports.
Anwar confirmed he extended invitations to the leaders of South Africa and Brazil for the upcoming ASEAN Summit. He expressed his characteristically optimistic view that trade conflicts are surmountable with clear economic policies and persistent diplomatic effort.
Anwar confirmed he extended invitations to the leaders of South Africa and Brazil for the upcoming ASEAN Summit. He expressed his characteristically optimistic view that trade conflicts are surmountable with clear economic policies and persistent diplomatic effort.
