U.S. – China Competition and Trade Policy: Implications for Malaysia

As U.S.–China competition reshapes trade, technology, and regional security dynamics, Southeast Asian economies face increasingly complex strategic and economic choices. Where does Malaysia stand, and what options lie ahead?

Join AMCHAM and Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs and now a partner at The Asia Group, on Tuesday, 7 April 2026, at 9:00 AM for a members-exclusive closed-door discussion on the trajectory of great power competition, the evolving direction of U.S. trade policy, and the implications for the region’s strategic positioning.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, 7 April 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM (Registration starts at 8:30 AM)

Venue: AMCHAM Executive Office

(Level 10, Bangunan Faber Imperial Court, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur)

Discussion Themes

• The Trajectory of U.S.–China Competition

Ambassador Kritenbrink will share perspectives on how the U.S.–China competition is evolving across security, technology, and the global economy. Drawing on experience across multiple U.S. administrations, he will reflect on the longer-term direction of U.S. policy toward China and what this may mean for the Indo-Pacific strategic and economic landscape.

• Trade, Supply Chains, and the Emerging Global Economic Landscape

As geopolitical considerations increasingly shape global trade and investment flows, companies and governments are recalibrating supply chains and economic partnerships. Ambassador Kritenbrink will discuss how shifts in U.S. trade policy are playing out in Southeast Asia and the opportunities and constraints this may present for regional economies.

• Navigating Major Power Competition: Perspectives for Malaysia

Against a backdrop of intensifying competition, countries such as Malaysia are seeking to preserve strategic flexibility while deepening economic and security partnerships. Ambassador Kritenbrink will offer reflections on how regional states can navigate this environment, and how Malaysia’s strategic approach may evolve.

Space is limited, and registration is required for all participants. Confirmation is on a “first-come, first-served” basis.

For further event inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].