Trump tariffsMalaysia, Thailand, Cambodia set to strike last-minute US tariff deals
Trump expected to announce Malaysian and Thai rates on Friday
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim tells parliament on July 31 that he expects U.S. President Donald Trump to announce Malaysia's "reciprocal" tariff rate the following day. © Reuters
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KUALA LUMPUR/BANGKOK -- Malaysia remains hopeful of securing a favorable tariff deal from the U.S., with President Donald Trump expected to announce the country's "reciprocal" rate on Friday, the deadline before higher rates take effect, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has said.