At the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, US President Donald Trump declared “US with you 100%,” reaffirming America’s commitment to Southeast Asia. The summit saw major diplomatic breakthroughs, including a Cambodia–Thailand peace accord and a new US–Malaysia trade deal, positioning the US as a proactive Indo-Pacific partner.
The 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur concluded with high-stakes diplomacy and renewed global engagement, as US President Donald Trump made a strong statement of support for Southeast Asia. Addressing the 13th US–ASEAN Summit, Trump declared, “US with you 100%,” emphasizing America’s long-term commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
Key Highlights
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Trump participated in the signing of the historic Cambodia–Thailand peace accord, dubbed the “Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords,” calling it a “momentous day” for regional stability
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A major trade agreement was signed between the United States and Malaysia, aimed at boosting commerce and critical minerals exchange
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Trump praised Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s leadership, stating “Everything you touch turns to gold,” and described the current era as “America’s Golden Age”
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The summit agenda focused on trade, security, and regional cooperation, with leaders from China, Japan, India, and Brazil also in attendance
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Trump’s visit marked his first Asian tour of his second term, reinforcing Washington’s strategic interest in Southeast Asia
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The US also hinted at upcoming deals with other Indo-Pacific partners, signaling deeper economic and defense ties
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ASEAN leaders welcomed the renewed US engagement, viewing it as a counterbalance to growing regional polarization and global uncertainty
The summit underscored ASEAN’s central role in shaping regional diplomacy, with the US positioning itself as a reliable ally amid shifting global dynamics. Trump’s remarks and participation in key agreements reflect a strategic pivot toward multilateralism and peace-building in Asia.
Sources: Times of India, Economic Times, Times of India, The Star, Bloomberg