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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued a pointed rebuke of China during his state of the nation speech, vowing to uphold a 2016 arbitration ruling that rejected Beijing's extensive South China Sea territorial claims.
Following a Supreme Court defeat on birthright citizenship, Donald Trump's administration is pivoting toward prosecuting so-called birth tourism schemes, with particular focus on China—despite limited evidence the practice is widespread.
The US is implementing sweeping changes to visa rules for foreign students, journalists and exchange visitors, reducing durations significantly. Chinese journalists face particular restrictions, prompting Beijing to warn of potential reciprocal measures.
President Trump delivered a confrontational speech linking China's alleged election interference to broader national security concerns, while pushing voting reforms and threatening media outlets ahead of midterm elections.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to negotiating improved market access for Malaysian durian in China during his scheduled visit next month, responding to a severe price downturn affecting Peninsular Malaysian growers.