Chinese President Xi Jinping capped a three-nation Southeast Asia tour in Cambodia on Friday, promoting Beijing's reliability as the region faces economic uncertainty due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff proposals.

Malaysia’s prime minister heaped praise on Chinese President Xi Jinping during his state visit to the country as both leaders pledged stronger trade ties to combat rising global protectionism triggered by US tariffs.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has promised Malaysia and Vietnam greater access to Chinese markets as he tours Southeast Asia this week. “China welcomes more high-quality agricultural products from Malaysia to enter the Chinese market and encourages Chinese companies to invest and start businesses in Malaysia,