IMAGO / ZUMA Press Wire
The analyses from 13 Asian countries provide a quick overview of a wide range of initial situations and reactions – from China to Japan to India. All of them have already gone through various phases since Trump's inauguration. Within days, special tariffs for Asian states were announced and paused, with the exception of China. The contributions from our country offices therefore represent a snapshot as of the editorial deadline on April 24, 2025. At the same time, the reactions in the first 100 days provide important clues as to how Germany and Europe can further develop relations with countries in Asia during Trump's presidency.