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中国又有两大盟友倒戈?印尼送340亿大单,帮美国解决最大难题
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-08 05:01

Group 1 - The announcement of a new trade agreement between the US and Vietnam has significant implications for international trade dynamics, particularly in the context of US-China relations [1][3] - Vietnam's concessions in the agreement, including a 20% tariff on its exports to the US while US goods enter Vietnam at zero tariffs, highlight the pressure smaller nations face in trade negotiations with the US [1][3] - The punitive 40% tariff on goods deemed "transshipped" through Vietnam indicates a strategic move by the US to prevent Chinese goods from entering the US market via Vietnam, thereby creating friction between China and Southeast Asian countries [1][4] Group 2 - Cambodia's agreement with the US to avoid a proposed 49% tariff reflects the economic pressures smaller countries face due to US trade policies, emphasizing their vulnerability in the global trade landscape [3][4] - Indonesia's intention to lower tariffs on key US imports and its plan to sign a $34 billion trade agreement with the US demonstrates a shift in trade relations in Southeast Asia, potentially benefiting the US supply chain [3][4] - The collaboration between Indonesia and the US in critical mineral sectors, such as nickel, aims to alleviate supply pressures on the US, showcasing the strategic importance of resource partnerships in the current trade environment [4][6] Group 3 - The evolving trade policies in Southeast Asia, particularly in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indonesia, are causing disruptions in the previously China-centric supply chains, indicating a shift in regional trade dynamics [4][6] - China's response to these trade pressures may involve utilizing international trade rules to protect its domestic industries, as seen in its anti-dumping measures against various countries [6][9] - The need for China to enhance economic cooperation with neighboring countries and strengthen its own supply chains is critical in mitigating the impacts of shifting trade policies and maintaining regional influence [6][9]