ASEAN summit: Torn between China and the US

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Kersten KnippOctober 25, 2025 at 08:15 PM

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At the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur from Sunday, more than 30 heads of state and government will discuss regional economic integration, environmental issues, digital developments, peace, security, and stability. US President Donald Trump is attending to witness Thailand and Cambodia sign a peace settlement for border disputes. The event highlights US influence amid growing rivalry with China over Taiwan's status and territorial claims in the South China Sea. Trade tensions between China and the US are also escalating their competition in Southeast Asia, putting ASEAN countries in a difficult position as they are pressured to choose sides on issues like security, trade, and technology.

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Thailand 30% South China Sea 30% Cambodia 30% ASEAN ×240% Taiwan 50% US ×260% China ×370% Donald Trump ×480%

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asean summit 100% us-china tensions 90% southeast asia 80% south china sea 80% regional stability 70% trade tensions 70% economic integration 60% peace settlement 60% taiwan 50% security and trade 40%