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Caught between China’s export flood and global de-risking: ASEAN’s rebalancing moment

China's industrial capacity spillover is pushing ASEAN toward a new strategic crossroads: in 2024, China's exports to ASEAN grew by 12%, while ASEAN's exports to China increased by only 2%, and its trade deficit with China has exceeded US$190 billion. Based on a research report by the Asia Society Policy Institute, this article analyzes the dual balancing dilemma facing ASEAN from three dimensions: regional industrial division of labor, supply chain restructuring, and institutional tools.

Somsak Phumin7 min read

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VietnamFactory investment pipeline expands beyond electronics.ThailandEV suppliers cluster near transport and port corridors.IndonesiaPorts and nickel-linked industry remain in focus.MalaysiaSemiconductor and data infrastructure demand rises.SingaporeRegional treasury, logistics and digital platform hub.PhilippinesConsumer, BPO and renewable energy updates.CambodiaGarment exports and industrial park monitoring.LaosRail, energy and cross-border transit coverage.MyanmarBusiness coverage with careful source attribution.BruneiEnergy transition and regional investment notes.

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