Asean members to discuss US tariffs next week


Exploring avenues: Amir Hamzah says the government is planning talks with the United States during the AFMGM interview session at the Finance Ministry. — Bernama

PUTRAJAYA: The latest tariff measures by the United States against Asean member states are likely to be discussed informally at the regional bloc’s Finance Ministers’ and central bank governors’ meeting in Kuala Lumpur next week.

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said while the matter is not on the primary agenda of the Asean Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM), which will be held from April 7 to 10, private dialogues are likely to be held at the gathering to discuss this latest issue affecting regional economies.

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