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flag Asia Pacific trade rose to 56% in 2025, fueled by supply chain shifts and stronger ASEAN ties, with global growth outlooks raised despite trade risks.

flag In 2025, Asia Pacific intra-regional trade hit 56%, driven by supply chain shifts and infrastructure gains, as China offset U.S. export losses by boosting ASEAN trade. flag Global trade distances remain high, with PMI data showing expansion in manufacturing and services, and the OECD raised its 2025 growth forecast to 3.2%. flag The U.S. economy grew 0.95% in Q2, supported by tech investment and consumption, while the euro area saw weak but stable growth. flag The IMF raised Asia’s 2025 growth forecast to 4.5%, citing export momentum and favorable financial conditions, but warned of risks from trade tensions and rare earth controls, urging greater regional integration and domestic demand to sustain growth.

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