Overview
- Welcomed on a red carpet by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, the president began a five‑day swing anchored to regional summits.
- The arrival included a brief dance with traditional performers before Trump proceeded to ASEAN engagements.
- USTR Jamieson Greer said negotiations with China are in the “final details,” with a comprehensive pact seen as possible that would avert additional U.S. 100% tariffs set for Nov. 1.
- An Oct. 30 meeting with Xi Jinping is expected in the region as the itinerary continues to Japan and South Korea.
- Trump co‑sponsored a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia that was signed by both prime ministers during the summit program.