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Asia reacts as US tariffs roil markets

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Talk of global recession is growing louder, as US President Donald Trump hardens his stance on trade tariffs and the turmoil in financial markets deepens. Asian stocks racked up one of their worst days in living memory, and Wall Street is set for another plunge tonight. Asian governments are planning out their next steps. Some have pledged to work towards a deal with Washington, while others — like China — have doubled down on their criticism. CNA's Malaysia correspondent Afifah Ariffin shared more about Putrajaya's response so far.

Talk of global recession is growing louder, as US President Donald Trump hardens his stance on trade tariffs and the turmoil in financial markets deepens. Asian stocks racked up one of their worst days in living memory, and Wall Street is set for another plunge tonight. Asian governments are planning out their next steps. Some have pledged to work towards a deal with Washington, while others — like China — have doubled down on their criticism. CNA's Malaysia correspondent Afifah Ariffin shared more about Putrajaya's response so far.

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