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BFM 89.9: Top 5 at 5: Regional Elites on ASEAN's Direction

President Trump’s new tariffs, including a 24% tax on goods imported from Malaysia, have sparked a mix of reactions worldwide. While some see it as a strategic move to strengthen America’s bargaining power, others are concerned about the looming economic consequences, such as rising prices on everyday goods and the risk of a global recession. We spoke with political analyst Steve Okun to unpack how these tariffs could directly affect American consumers and workers.







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