China and ASEAN upgraded their trade deal in Kuala Lumpur, boosting digital trade, green industries, and supply chains amid rising US tariffs.

China and ASEAN have signed an upgraded free trade agreement in Kuala Lumpur, expanding economic cooperation to include digital trade, green industries, and supply chain connectivity. The deal, aimed at strengthening regional ties, comes amid rising US tariffs and global trade tensions. China positioned the pact as an alternative to US protectionist policies, emphasizing deeper integration and mutual growth.