Trump’s Asia Tour Begins: Trade Talks and Xi Meeting Take Center Stage

President Trump’s Asia visit marks his most ambitious regional engagement since returning to office. The tour includes participation in the ASEAN and APEC summits, bilateral talks with regional leaders, and a long-awaited face-to-face with Xi Jinping. According to Firstpost, NBC News, and ANI, the trip aims to reset U.S. influence in Asia amid rising economic and geopolitical tensions. Analysts expect discussions to focus on trade imbalances, tech restrictions, and regional security, including Taiwan.

Key highlights

• Trump will attend the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur on October 26–27  
• The tour includes stops in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea  
• A meeting with Xi Jinping is scheduled for October 30 in Seoul  
• Trade negotiations are expected to dominate the agenda, with no major deal anticipated  
• The visit signals an effort to de-escalate tensions and reassert U.S. presence in Asia

Sources: Firstpost, NBC News, ANI News, CNBC, Hindustan Times.