BANGKOK -- Southeast Asia is rapidly expanding its global trade by pursuing diplomatic neutrality and engaging with various economies in conflict over political and economic issues. The region's external trade is projected to rise by $1.2 trillion from 2022 to 2032, marking the largest increase globally.
Southeast Asia is rapidly expanding its external trade, capitalizing on the opportunities arising from growing disputes among major economies.
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Southeast Asia expands trade as a neutral hub in a divided world
Extra-regional trade to grow $1.2tn in 10 years but deficits with China soar
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