Southeast Asia remains 'a clear priority' despite concerns over Trump tariffs: US envoy to ASEAN

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US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim emphasized Southeast Asia as a clear priority for ongoing economic and security engagement despite concerns about tariffs under former President Trump. This highlights the US commitment to its strategic and economic ties within the ASEAN region.

In an exclusive interview with CNA’s senior correspondent Melissa Goh, US Ambassador to ASEAN Kevin Kim reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to continued economic and security engagement in the region.