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Myanmar-Vietnam trade pact aims to lift annual commerce to $1 billion Myanmar-Vietnam trade target set at $1 billion as Hanoi and Naypyidaw agree to boost bilateral commerce by nearly 70% …

Japan exports extend 11‑month growth streak in July as imports surge, pushing third straight trade deficit Japan exports rose for the 11th consecutive month in July, while imports jumped sharply—up …

UAE Accuses Iran of Launching Ballistic Missiles; One Falls in Emirati Waters UAE accuses Iran of firing two ballistic missiles toward Emirati waters on Aug. 18; one landed inside its …

South Korea Gives Guarded Response to Trump Decision to Scale Back Joint Military Exercises Seoul responded cautiously on August 17, 2026 after President Trump’s move to scale back joint military …

Japan-Ecuador trade agreement advances as Tokyo seeks crude oil and rare earths diversification Japan pursues a Japan-Ecuador trade agreement to diversify crude oil and rare earth supplies, expanding ties with …

Trump tariffs drive partial compliance in Southeast Asia despite legal challenges Southeast Asian governments continue to implement parts of trade measures tied to Trump tariffs, U.S. business groups say, even …

Turkey confirmed as ASEAN’s 12th dialogue partner amid growing defence and trade ties ASEAN has admitted Turkey as its 12th dialogue partner, a move that spotlights Ankara’s expanding defence industry …

China Imposes Export Curbs on European Industrial Firms After EU Sanctions China imposes export curbs on over a dozen European industrial firms in response to EU sanctions, deepening trade tensions …

Singapore cabinet reshuffle places energy at centre amid U.S.-Iran oil shock Singapore cabinet reshuffle announced July 22, 2026, puts energy at the centre with a rebranded trade ministry and two …