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As tensions between the United States and China escalate, Asia finds itself at the heart of a shifting global order. What began as a trade dispute has evolved into a far-reaching contest, spanning technology, resources, and military influence. This series examines how rising US tariffs and China’s export push are rattling South-East Asia’s economies, threatening jobs and supply chains. Despite a temporary truce, the rivalry continues to deepen, extending into artificial intelligence, talent, and global leadership. Meanwhile, growing security challenges - from Japan’s rearmament to fears of a Taiwan crisis - signal a more militarised and uncertain region. As nations race to secure rare earth minerals before new restrictions set in, the competition for strategic advantage intensifies. Through the lenses of trade, technology, and defence, this series reveals how the ripples of a superpower showdown are reshaping Asia’s future and the world’s balance of power.