# ASEAN Countries Gear Up as U.S. Tariff Deadline Looms

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/asean/232109-asean-countries-gear-up-as-u-s-tariff-deadline-looms
- Published: 2025-07-05T14:38:23+07:00
- Author: ASEAN Briefing

**On July 9, 2025, the US will implement tariffs on Southeast Asia, triggering diverse
regional reactions: Indonesia suggests a new trade package, Vietnam finalizes agreements,
the Philippines adopts a wait-and-see approach, while Cambodia and Laos pursue multilateral
solutions.**

### U.S. Tariffs and ASEAN Responses

The United States plans to implement a comprehensive tariff regime against Southeast
Asian nations starting July 9, 2025, with duties between 10% and 49%. This move 
has prompted various responses across ASEAN, as countries rush to defend their export
sectors. While Malaysia advocates for regional unity, most members are focusing 
on domestic strategies, securing last-minute concessions or adjusting their trade
exposure. Each nation is adopting a unique approach as the deadline approaches, 
reflecting differing priorities and capacities.

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### Indonesia’s Proposal and Strategic Positioning

Indonesia, heavily reliant on exports, has put forward a $34 billion trade and investment
package to mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs. The proposal includes U.S. purchases
of aircraft and wheat, in exchange for tariff relief, and better access to Indonesian
minerals such as nickel and copper. Currently under review in Washington, Indonesia
aims to position itself as a key partner in reshaping global supply chains, hoping
to avoid severe economic repercussions if its proposal is accepted timely.

### Vietnam, Singapore, and Vulnerable ASEAN Members

Vietnam has already secured a bilateral agreement reducing tariffs to an average
of 20%, with stricter measures on Chinese transshipped goods, bolstering its position.
Singapore, with smaller export dependencies, is adopting a cautious, institutional
approach, mainly engaging in regional discussions and contingency planning. Conversely,
Cambodia and Laos, the most vulnerable, are relying on ASEAN’s multilateral efforts
for relief, conducting assessments, and preparing mitigation strategies due to their
limited leverage in bilateral negotiations.

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