Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed confidence in Malaysia's future success under the leadership of Sultan Ibrahim and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, saying he was "truly delighted" to see Malaysia booming after a 12-year visit. Over 50 years of diplomatic relations have strengthened ties between China and Malaysia, with cooperation in politics, economy, and culture. Xi highlighted a new chapter in relations starting in 2023, with both countries agreeing on building a shared future community. The visit marks his second official trip to Malaysia in 12 years, attended by various Malaysian ministers and officials, including Deputy Prime Ministers Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Fadillah Yusof.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/17/xi-hails-king-pm-anwar-as-driving-force-for-malaysias-continued-success/173358Chinese President Xi Jinping has assured Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that China will be a collaborative partner and stand with Southeast Asian nations in the face of global economic shocks, while also promoting Beijing as a source of stability in the region. During his visit to Malaysia, Xi promised greater access to Chinese markets for the country. In contrast, US President Donald Trump has expressed concerns over Japan's defense spending, potentially seeking an increase from 2% to 3% of GDP by 2027, which could impact relations with Tokyo.
https://www.boston25news.com/news/trump-joins-tariff/WZ6Y75HNXVBQRCRUUXSUJYF55Q/Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Malaysia as part of his three-nation tour of Southeast Asia, marking his second visit to the country in 12 years. The visit was a significant milestone for bilateral relations between China and Malaysia, which have been strengthened through diplomatic efforts since their establishment in 1974. During his stay, Xi attended a state welcoming ceremony, an audience with Sultan Ibrahim at Istana Negara, and met with Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to discuss ways to invigorate cooperation on regional and international issues. The visit saw the exchange of 31 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Malaysia and China, solidifying their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/04/17/xi-departs-malaysia-after-three-day-state-visit-with-cultural-send-off-at-klia-video/173368Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cambodia for a two-day state visit, marking the end of his three-nation tour of Southeast Asia. During his visit, he was warmly welcomed by King Norodom Sihamoni at Phnom Penh airport. Prime Minister Hun Sen described China as an "important and irreplaceable friend" that has provided substantial support to Cambodia's economic and social development. Xi Jinping will meet with Prime Minister Hun Sen and Senate President Hun Sen, his father and former prime minister, amid discussions on trade and cooperation in various sectors, including agreements on tariffs imposed by the US and regional issues.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/964861-xi-jinping-on-official-visit-to-cambodiaChinese President Xi Jinping urged Cambodia to resist protectionism during his visit to Phnom Penh, warning of the negative impact of "hegemonism" on regional economies. The move comes as US tariffs threaten Cambodia's economy, with the country facing a 49% tariff rate on its clothing and footwear exports to the US. China, which has invested billions in infrastructure projects in Cambodia, including roads and airports, is seeking increased cooperation, particularly on the $1.7 billion Funan Techo Canal project, which would divert water from the Mekong River to reduce shipping through Vietnamese ports.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/resist-protectionism-xi-jinping-tells-cambodia-amid-us-tariff-standoffUkrainian presidential administration head Andriy Yermak and his counterparts Andriy Sibikha and Rustem Umerov met in Paris with US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting aimed to secure security guarantees for Ukraine from countries in the coalition of the willing, which includes France, Germany, and the UK. However, the US has ruled out deploying troops to monitor a ceasefire, leading London to push for intelligence or air support instead. President Donald Trump is trying to broker a ceasefire agreement between Kiev and Moscow, but his efforts have stalled due to Russia's rejection of a full 30-day ceasefire and continued violations of a partial ceasefire.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/964900-ukrainian-envoys-in-paris-for-key-talks-with-alliesChina has deployed the Liaowang-1 spy ship to track US military satellites and missile launches, marking a significant escalation in the country's surveillance capabilities. The move is seen as a response to the growing presence of US military assets in the Asia-Pacific region. China's advanced technology allows it to monitor and analyze satellite communications, potentially providing valuable intelligence on US military operations.
https://interestingengineering.com/military/china-deploys-liaowang-1-space-spy-shipForeign Minister Ishaq Dar will meet with think-tanks and the Pakistani diaspora in Dhaka in the evening. He is expected to visit Bangladesh in April, following a warming of relations since the fall of the Awami League-led government last year. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has met Yunus twice since then, including at the UN General Assembly in New York and the D-8 summit in Cairo. Bangladesh has eased visa rules for Pakistani nationals and launched direct shipping, with Pakistan seeking to boost trade, tourism, and investment.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/600435-pakistan-bangladesh-resume-fo-consultative-meetings-after-15-yearsNvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Beijing after the US barred the company from selling its H20 AI chip to China. The visit was at the invitation of a domestic trade group, according to a social media account affiliated with state-run China Central Television.
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