Will U.S.-China tensions dominate the ASEAN summit?
Podcast: State of PlayPublished On: Thu Oct 16 2025
Description: As Southeast Asian leaders prepare to discuss regional security and economic cooperation at the ASEAN Summit, President Trump's potential presence raises questions about the future of U.S. engagement in the region. Greg Poling and Henrietta Levin join guest host Catherine Nzuki to assess what’s at stake for Southeast Asia and whether U.S.–China tensions will overshadow the summit. Gregory Poling, "Southeast Asia Navigates Trump’s Return: Quick Deals, Lasting Dread," CSIS, October 6, 2025. Henrietta Levin, "A Big Deal Can Only Favor China," CSIS, October 6, 2025.
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