Malaysia secures a reduced 19% US tariff, but experts warn of trade headwinds; Asia reacts to economic shifts and natural disasters.

H2: Malaysia

• Malaysia secures 19% US tariff after direct negotiations
• Bumiputera policy stance limits concessions
• Ringgit falls amid investor caution
• 13MP faces external trade pressure

H2: International

• Australia passes law cutting A$16 billion in student debt
• New repayment thresholds to ease youth burden
• PM Albanese delivers on campaign promise

H2: Asia

• Thailand, Cambodia celebrate reduced US tariff
• Thailand avoids 36%, Cambodia escapes 49% levy
• Tariffs seen as win for export-dependent economies
• Trump’s “Liberation Day” trade moves reshape Asia

H2: Japan

• Tsunami alerts lifted after 8.8 quake off Russia
• Highest wave recorded: 1.3m at Kuji Port
• Casualties reported during evacuation
• Rail and emergency response still ongoing

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