The Trump Effect: How the US and China are driving Factory Asia’s FDI evolution

2026

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This report analyzes how US and China trade policies are reshaping foreign direct investment (FDI) in Asia, highlighting the region's surprising resilience and the emergence of new investment hubs.

* Examines the impact of US tariffs and China's outbound investment on Asia's FDI landscape.
* Identifies Vietnam, India, Malaysia, and Indonesia (VIMI) as key emerging FDI hotspots.
* Discusses the evolving export-platform FDI model and future trends in the region.

Tags: FDI, Asia, China, US, Trade Policy

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