President Donald Trump launched his Asia tour with a powerful message at the ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, declaring his mission to strengthen friendships, secure peace, and boost commerce across the Indo-Pacific region.
Speaking in Kuala Lumpur, Trump emphasized the importance of deepening economic ties, announcing multiple agreements with regional leaders. Among them: a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, and trade agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia. He also signed a major critical minerals pact with Thailand.
In a bold move that drew cheers from U.S. businesses, Trump also forecast an unprecedented surge in American investment. “We’re going to be doing over $20 trillion. That’s quite a difference,” Trump said, noting this would dwarf previous administration totals.
The summit opened with a symbolic “family photo” and a band playing the iconic “Rocky” theme song—fitting for Trump’s self-styled return to global leadership. Standing alongside leaders from across Southeast Asia, Trump reiterated America’s commitment to peace and prosperity in the region.
“We’re here to promote stability, commerce, and peace—not just for the nations in this room, but for the entire Indo-Pacific,” he said. “The United States is with you 100 percent.”
Trump also hinted at upcoming deals with Japan and South Korea, setting the stage for major developments in energy, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing.
As the summit wrapped up, Trump looked ahead to Japan, where he’ll meet Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae. Rumors suggest Japan may soon begin importing American-made Ford F-150s—something Trump joked about, calling the trucks “hot.”
From Malaysia to South Korea and possibly China, Trump’s Asia tour is already shaping up to be a game-changer.
