Trump to arrive in Malaysia ahead of ASEAN summit amid trade tussles

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia for a five-day trip that includes stops in Japan and South Korea. The visit coincides with economic talks between US and Chinese officials in Kuala Lumpur aimed at addressing ongoing trade tensions. Talks are intended to pave the way for a high-stakes meeting between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday during an APEC summit in Busan, South Korea. Trump will also meet Qatar’s leaders en route to Malaysia amid discussions about the Gaza ceasefire. The US president expressed optimism about his upcoming talks with Xi, despite threats of increased tariffs on Chinese goods if no agreement is reached.