Trump’s Return at ASEAN Summit Exposes Fragile U.S. Influence and Regional Risks
President Trump’s first Asia trip since returning to office spotlights East Timor’s ASEAN entry amid rising regional instability, exposing the limits of Washington’s influence and the urgent need to prioritize American interests.
As President Trump steps back onto the Asian stage at the landmark ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, the gathering unveils more than ceremonial welcomes — it lays bare the strategic vulnerabilities facing both Southeast Asia and the United States. The bloc formally admitting East Timor as its 11th member highlights regional aspirations for unity, yet beneath this symbolic expansion lies a complex web of security challenges, economic instability, and geopolitical jockeying that Washington can no longer afford to overlook. Is U.S. Engagement More Than Just a Spectacle? Trump’s return to Asia since reclaiming the White House is touted by officials...
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