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TAG Managing Partner Amb. Kurt Tong Comments on China Tariffs to the Associated Press

Kurt Tong, former U.S. consul general in Hong Kong and Macau and now managing partner at The Asia Group, said he was surprised by the new levies on China. Trump had shown “a real effort” to establish a channels of communication with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Tong said, and imposing tariffs on Chinese products “at

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The Asia Group Announces New Offices in Australia

Washington, DC; Canberra, Australia | January 30, 2025 – The Asia Group (TAG) is excited to announce the opening of new regional offices in Australia with a presence in Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney. This expansion underscores TAG’s unwavering commitment to deepening its in-region presence and delivering unparalleled services tailored to drive outcomes for clients with

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TAG Senior Advisor Mark Linscott decodes US-India Trade Ties Amid Tariff Concerns

As trade tensions mount between India and the US, the question of tariffs is at the forefront. Bilateral trade in the 2023-2024 fiscal year has reached 120 billion. With the US accounting for 18% of India’s exports, New Delhi runs a trade surplus against Washington. NDTV’s Gaurie Dwivedi speaks with Former US Trade Representative Mark

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TAG Managing Partner Amb. Kurt Tong Comments on China’s Attitude Towards TikTok

“I don’t think that the existence of TikTok in the United States is a particularly high priority for the Chinese government,” said Kurt Tong, a partner at The Asia Group and former U.S. ambassador for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. “If TikTok were just completely shuttered in the United States, it doesn’t really hurt China that much, but

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TAG China Country Director Han Lin Joins the BBC Business Matters Program to Discuss TikTok, China, Energy and Other Issues

“In early March will be the upcoming Two Sessions which will define China’s economic roadmap for the year.  If U.S.-China relations deteriorate further on the trade side, China will have no choice but to ramp up domestic stimulus particularly in consumption.”

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TAG Senior Advisor Mark Linscott Speaks to CNBC TV18 on the Effect of Trump’s Tariff Policy on India

Former Assistant U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) for South and Central Asian Affairs and TAG Senior Advisor Mark Linscott spoke with CNBC TV18’s Parikshit Luthra about President Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on adversaries and allies, and the impact of his tariff policy on India.

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TAG Principal Jennifer Lee Speaks to The Korea Herald on U.S. Economy Under Trump

“They should have a very robust, solid scenario analysis. If Trump implements one of these policies, it’s not a surprise, and (companies) have to be prepared to move very quickly,” Lee told The Korea Herald in an interview last week, in reference to anticipated tariffs and shifts in trade policies.

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TAG Partner & Chair of India Practice Ashok Malik’s Latest Op-ed on Great Power Competition in Trump 2.0

As Donald Trump assumes the presidency, there is significant debate about his administration impacting the U.S. foreign policy. There is a focus on great power competition and a return to geopolitical frameworks like balance of power and spheres of influence. This approach may affect various global relationships and regional strategies, including India’s role in countering

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TAG Managing Director for Hong Kong George Chen Spoke with Hong Kong’s Ming Pao on the U.S.-China Tech Rivalry During Trump 2.0

“Many people have a lot of expectations for Musk (to be a bridge between China and the United States), but I don’t think so.” Chen Shu believes that Musk’s focus will not be on international relations for at least the next two years. He said: “His (Musk’s) primary focus is DOGE (the “Department of Government

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